Why Cheyenne Mountain is Totally Forbidden

IT'S HISTORY September 20, 2025
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Use my code SOCASH or click the link in the description for 20% off DeleteMe. Go to http://joindeleteme.com/SOCASH, activate your plan, and reclaim your privacy. Don't wait until someone else misuses your data—protect yourself now. Carved deep into the granite of Colorado’s Front Range lies one of America’s most secretive Cold War creations: the Cheyenne Mountain Complex. Built to survive nuclear war, this underground fortress housed command centers, power plants, reservoirs, and even living quarters—an entire city inside a mountain. Protected by 25-ton blast doors and thousands of feet of rock, it became the nerve center of NORAD, watching the skies day and night. But beyond its serious mission, Cheyenne Mountain captured the imagination of the world. From WarGames to Independence Day to Stargate SG-1, Hollywood transformed it into a symbol of ultimate survival. In reality, life underground was far more human—long shifts, sealed doors, and constant vigilance. So why did the United States build a city inside a mountain, and what really lies behind those blast doors? Stay tuned as we uncover the full story of America’s ultimate doomsday bunker. #ColdWar #CheyenneMountain #ItsHistory Support the Channel by becoming a member 👉 https://youtube.com/channel/UCzIZ8HrzDgc-pNQDUG6avBA/join IT’S HISTORY - Weekly Tales of American Urban Decay as presented by your host Ryan Socash. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2NN2rktA4yMZ4vmNaA3KpsS5KXLj3xVN » Subscribe: https://youtube.com/@ITSHISTORY?sub_confirmation=1 » Listen podcasts: https://ffm.bio/itshistory » CONTACT For brands, agencies, and sponsorships: [email protected] Click here to book a sponsorship with me http://thoughtleaders.io/reserve/its-history » DISCLAIMER Some media elements in this video are used under the fair use provisions of U.S. copyright law (Title 17, Section 107) for purposes of commentary, criticism, and education. If you believe your image or content was used in a way that violates your rights, please contact us at [email protected] » CREDIT Scriptwriter - Ryan Socash Editor - Karolina Szwata Host - Ryan Socash » NOTICE Some images may be used for illustrative purposes only - always reflecting the accurate time frame and content. Events of factual error / mispronounced word/spelling mistakes - retractions will be published in this section.

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