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Season 1 • Episode 4 • The Lost Villages of the St. Lawrence Seaway
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re:LOCATION Season 1, Episode 4: The Lost Villages of the St. Lawrence Seaway
The construction of the St. Lawrence Seaway in the 1950s forced 6,500 residents to relocate from villages that were flooded by the great St. Lawrence River. In a visual journey through the past and present, the last generation of living survivors share their memories and commitment to keeping the legacy alive. Watch re:LOCATION Season 1, Episode 4 The Lost Villages of the St. Lawrence Seaway in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of re:LOCATION Season 1, Episode 4 and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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