In this episode of Dave Does History, we ride back to a moment that quietly transformed the modern world—March 23, 1857—when a bearded mechanic named Elisha Otis cut the rope and changed the skyline forever. Long before skyscrapers kissed the clouds, one man's bold demonstration made it possible to go up without fear of coming down. Join us as we explore how a wooden platform, a steel spring, and a bit of showmanship launched a revolution in architecture, business, and daily life. It is the story of the elevator—and the man who gave the world permission to rise.

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