South Carolina ETV's "Carolina Stories" presents "The Mapping of Kosciuszko's Tunnel," the preservation of the only existing military tunnel during the American Revolution, which was discovered at Ninety Six National Historic Site. In a unique partnership between archeologists and researchers, work will be done that will assist the park to stabilize, protect and preserve the Kosciuszko tunnel. The 125-foot tunnel is 3-4 feet in height and was dug in the subsurface soil by Patriot soldiers from American lines toward the British-held Star Fort during the course of the 1781 siege that is today commemorated at the park. A team from the University of South Florida (USF), in collaboration with the National Park Service and the Southeast Archeological Center (SEAC), are using 3D laser scanning and imaging along with geophysical remote sensing tools to assist with conservation, management, and public interpretive development of unique American Revolutionary period site features. The researchers will use 3D laser scanners to create the most accurate model of the Star Fort and the tunnel beneath, creating new state-of-the-art public interpretation and digital record, including a 3D print model of the important site and its features. Original air: August 27, 2015. Directed by William Richardson of ETV Upstate.
Broadcast In: English Duration: 0:26:47