Thu March 7, 2013 How Weather Changed History Many people feel a
little bit down on rainy days but find that they are smiling and
happy when the sun shines. Kids get excited when it might snow
and we all watch thunderstorms anxiously, but weather can have a
much larger and more critical influence on our lives. Throughout
history, major events have been shaped by the weather
conditions. The outcome of major battles, famous discoveries and
critical dates in our history have been impacted by storms or
extreme temperature conditions. We'll look at some of the most
famous moments in history and how weather played a role. Brad
Panovich - Chief Meteorologist, WCNC Laura Lee - Author, Blame
It On the Rain: How Weather Has Changed The Course of History
Tom Tucker - Retired Instructor, Isothermal Community College -
The Weather Channel: When Weather Changed History