Episode 112
The Great Horse Manure Crisis: How NYC’s Biggest Problem Vanished Overnight
Discover the astonishing story behind New York City's so-called 'Great Horse Manure Crisis,' a problem that seemed insurmountable at the time but vanished overnight. This briefing unpacks how the city’s reliance on horses for transportation created massive waste management challenges, and how innovative solutions and technological shifts transformed urban life. Gain insight into a forgotten chapter of history that reveals the power of adaptation and the unexpected turning points in city development.
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