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A blast furnace in Siberia produces 13,500 tons of molten crude iron each day, reflecting the industrial backbone of Russia's economy.
John D. Rockefeller cornered 98% of the world's kerosene and oil production, becoming the richest man in America with a net worth of $225 billion today.
At the age of 12, Andrew Carnegie begins working for a local railroad in Pittsburgh, setting the foundation for his future in the steel industry.
Nigel Hunt, a former steelworker from Port Talbot, navigates the challenges of unemployment by launching a vibrant start-up in the UK's most polluted town.
Pittsburgh has nearly 450 bridges, more than any other city in the world, as it shifts from an industrial past to a focus on climate solutions.
Whyalla's steelworkers made significant sacrifices, including wage cuts, to save their town's economy from collapse, ultimately attracting investment from billionaire Sanjeev Gupta.
Samancor faces serious allegations as former employees at its Johannesburg plant suffer fatal manganese poisoning linked to profit-driven practices.
Pablo, a Chilean emigrant and ex-professor, navigates the challenges of working in a Montréal steel mill while grappling with language barriers and isolation.
Scunthorpe thrives as a steel industry hub, attracting job seekers with high wages, but faces challenges in managing its rapid growth and reliance on steel.
Corby's future hangs in the balance as the potential closure of its steelworks threatens jobs and the town's economic stability.
An immigrant from South Central Europe arrives in Gary, Indiana, to work at the Illinois Steel Company, showcasing safety practices in steel production.
The evolution of nail production is examined through contrasting scenes of a 19th-century blacksmith's forge and a 20th-century industrial nail mill.
