Modern Marvels - S11E39: The Sears Tower

Name: The Sears Tower
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2004-09-08
Duration: 44 min

Sep 08, 2004DocumentarySeason 11, Episode 39

Some 23,000 people walk through the Sears Tower’s domed entrances daily. 104 elevators (some double-decker),moving at speeds up to 1,600 feet per minute, transport workers and visitors to the 110 floors of North America’s tallest building. Sears, Roebuck and Company began as a small mail-order business in Chicago, and by 1960, had grown into the biggest global retailer. Sears Chairman Gordon Metcalf proposed bringing the company under one roof to create the world’s largest headquarters. Join us for a look at this pioneering building that remains a symbol of the future and a tribute to the company that dreamt big enough to build it!

Cast: Lloyd Sherr

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Modern Marvels S11E39 Synopsis

Stream Modern Marvels "The Sears Tower" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 2004-09-08, this episode is part of Season 11 of Modern Marvels. Featuring performances from Lloyd Sherr among the cast. With a runtime of 44m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Some 23,000 people walk through the Sears Tower’s domed entrances daily. 104 elevators (some double-decker),moving at speeds up to 1,600 feet per minute, transport workers and visitors to the 110 floors of North America’s tallest building. Sears, Ro...