How the States Got Their Shapes

Ever wonder how the states got their shapes? Well, you can find it all out on the History Channel. You'll have to set your recording devices unless you stay up late.

"We are so familiar with the map of United States, but do we know why our states look the way they do? Every shape on the map tells a great story about our past. Why is California bent? To cling on to gold. Why does Oklahoma have a panhandle? Because of shifting borders for slavery. Why does Missouri have a boot? Because of a massive earthquake. This special examines how every state is a puzzle piece ultimately revealing the unique geography, political and social history of America."

Tonight on the History Channel
1am ET
12am CT
1am PT

Oh, and for those of you that watch it, the cast of Glee is on Oprah today. New episodes start next week.