National Geographic Specials
For over 30 years, the National Geographic Society has presented specials on nature, foreign culture, scientific breakthroughs, and things which fall under the general category of "neat stuff." Each special is self-contained.
- 1965-2011
- 2011 seasons
- CBS
- Documentary
For over 30 years, the National Geographic Society has presented specials on nature, foreign culture, scientific breakthroughs, and things which fall under the general category of "neat stuff." Each special is self-contained.
Season 1979 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 1979
Episode 1
Gold!
Sun, Jan 7, 1979
Shows how gold is mined and how it affects our lives.
Episode 2
Hong Kong: A Family Portrait
Sun, Jan 28, 1979
In Hong Kong, a boat family has made their home on the waters for more than 100 years, suspended between modernization and ancient Chinese customs.
Episode 3
Last Stand in Eden
Sun, Mar 4, 1979
Shows how drought, poachers, and conflict have forced the elephants of east Africa to migrate.
Episode 4
The Tigris Expedition: In Search of Our Beginnings
Sun, Apr 1, 1979
Follows explorer Thor Heyerdahl's crew as they sail their reed boat over routes believed to have been followed by Sumerian traders 5000 years ago.