Modern Marvels (1993)

S7E5 The Pentagon

The Pentagon—the very name evokes an image of formidable American strength and standing. As the globe's biggest office complex, it stands as the command hub for the country's military. Each day, over 24,000 personnel arrive to handle essential, often classified, matters of national security. Yet, beyond its sheer scale and critical mission, the Pentagon harbors an aura of mystery that seems impossible to breach. We’ll guide you within this fortress of defense, a national emblem, and an architectural wonder of the modern age.