James Burke had only once chance to film this scene, and the result is possibly the best timed shot in television history.
James Burke's Connections is a fascinating documentary series that rejects the linear view of progress, instead exploring the interplay of events that shape history and innovation. All 3 seasons (40 episodes) can be watched for free on @internetarchive: https://archive.org/details/ConnectionsByJamesBurke/Connections/
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