Learning about the Hoover Dam.
Learning about the Hoover Dam.
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Yeah, I know a lot about the Hoover Dam too! It was built from 1931-1936 and is located in the Nevada/Arizona border. It’s really impressive! It was built during the Depression and in very hard conditions and has become iconic. The basic idea was to harness the waters of the Colorado River to create hydroelectricity to help with the Depression. Some interesting facts about the Hoover Dam are:
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Who is it named after?
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The Hoover Dam is named after President Herbert Hoover, who was the 31st President of the United States and was responsible for coordinating the construction of the Hoover Dam.
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What was the other name before it was changed to the current name?
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