Modern Marvels Season 17 Episode 6 -

Airdate: 2012-Feb-06

Episode summary:

Shoes have come a long way from their humble beginnings as simple leather moccasins. Today footwear is built to withstand any extreme environment where a foot can tread -- from the heart of a burning building to the track of an Olympic stadium. From high-tech soles to shoelaces, cowboy boots to sneaker design -- step behind the scenes with the products that keep your feet covered.

About Modern Marvels series:

Fast-paced, fun and informative, Modern Marvels is The History Channel’s signature series focusing on historical technology. The series has f...Show more >