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973-973.1 EDUCATIONAL FILM GUIDE LAND OF LIBERTY — Continued "Divided into 4 two reel units as follows: Reel I— Colonial Period to 1805; Reel 11—18051860: Reel III— 1860-1890; Reel IV— 1890-1938. This is truly an outstanding picture." A. J. Bradac "Excellent film. Edited by Cecil B. De Mllle. Covers subject excellently." California "The film is so remarkably edited as to present the rise of our nation in breathless smoothness. Our nation emerges a living whole. And as for patriotism, we draw that from the sheer force of the story." Portland Oregonian TERRITORIAL EXPANSION OF THE UNITED STATES FROM 1783 TO 1853. IntGeog 1938 22min sd $72, rent $4 973 el-Jh-sh-c Guide Shows the growth of U.S. from colonial times to Its present size exclusive of possessions. This growth is depicted In chronological order in a manner designed to accord with that In which American history is taught In the classroom Animated maps are used extensively to Illustrate points which it is desirable to emphasize, and the various boundary disputes are clearly explained. Authentic representations of history's great events are used to supplement the maps. Reproductions of the Battle of Concord, Captain Robert Gray's fullrigged ship "Columbia" and other scenes intimately bound up with the history of U.S. A review map, at the end of the film re-emphasizes dates of the various acQuisitions TERRITORIAL POSSESSIONS OF THE UNITED STATES. IntGeog 1938 22min sd $72, rent $4 973 el-jh-sh-c Guide Continues the story of American expansion begun in "Territorial expansion of the United States from 1783 to 1853" listed above The picture explains how Alaska, the Canal Zone, Hawaiian Islands, the Philippines, and the other far-flung insular possessions of the United States were acquired. Historic events pertinent to the acquisitions are portrayed In addition views are presented making the student familiar with the distant possessions of the United States. Animated maps are used extensively and the acquisiton of the territories is presented in chronological order In a manner designed to conform to classroom schedules The value of the territories, both commercial and strategic, is set forth. Film concludes with a review map which re-emphasizes dates of various territorial possessions UNITED STATES. BIS 1946 45min sd $100, rent $6 973 el-Jh-sh-ad Made by the British Army Film Unit for the purpose of presenting their ally, the U.S.A. to the armed forces of Britain. This Is a companion piece to the American Army film, "Know Your Ally, Britain" Traces the history of the United States from the time when the Pilgrims landed on Plymouth Rock, to the present day maturity of 130 million people. Shows the traditions and characteristics of these Americans, the untold wealth and resources of their country, and through these scenes shows that it was inevitable that the United States should become a foremost world power "Gives broad survey of the United States. The introductory theme may need explanation at elementary level." Collaborator "War emphasis will probably date this film. Too bad." Collaborator "Excellent, technically good. Fair presentation of historical facts, interesting theme." Collaborator WAR CAIVIE TO AMERICA. 2 parts AmFlm ♦ Serv 1948 50min sd (Why we fight) rent $6 ♦ 973 jh-sh-c-ad Available on one or two reels. Parts may also be rented separately (see below) Directed by Frank Capra for the U.S. Army Pictorial Service. Narrated by Walter Huston Covers the early history of the United States, using scenes from historical motion pictures, paintings and documents telling of the struggles of the American pioneers to build a great freedom loving nation. From newsreels and other documentary film sources, contemporary American life of the 1920's and 1930's is shown. Scenes of world history show how the United States, altho isolated by two great oceans, became involved in World war II Part I (20min, rent $3.50) includes history up to September 1, 1939. Part II (30min, rent $4) covers the period from September 1, 1939 to December 7, 1941 "An edited version of the Capra film made for the doctrination of military personnel. Professionally produced, it is an excellent historical." Collaborator "An excellent resume of events leading U.S. into the last war. Facts vividly brought into the open. Shows that American views change as their independence is threatened. Gives a good coverage of the American heritage and tradition. It also shows that the Americans are slow to form opinions and to act. Every American over 12 years of age should see this film." Collaborator WESTWARD MOVEMENT. EBP 1941 llmln sd (American history ser) $45, rent $2.50 973 el-Jh-sh Guide Produced in collaboration with Dr Henry S. Commager of Columbia University "Presents in dynamic animation on a heroic scale the westward migration of peoples across the United States from the period ot about 1790 to 1890. By the use of animation great masses of data and broad mountain top views of this greatest and most dramatic of all human migrations are presented." Indiana "Excellent animated maps. Slow moving. Good commentator." California YANKEE DOODLE GOES TO TOWN. TFC llmin sd (Passing parade) apply 973 sh-c-ad Produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer "In this short subject a dyspeptic elderly critic complains that the country is going to the dogs. "The film then presents a number of brief scenes setting forth important events and happenings in the history of America and emphasizes the fact that no matter how well our country is being governed there have always been 'dyspeptic old gents' who are always ready to criticise and berate that which has been accomplished by others. "This rapid review of American history is too fragmentary to offer significance as an historical document but illustrates admirably how illogical and futile are those who maintain an attitude of chronic complaint against social and political progress." Advisory committee 973.1 Discovery period COLUMBUS. Yale 1923 48min si (Chronicles of America photoplays) rent $6 973.1 el-Jh-sh-c Guide Adapted from "The Spanish conquerors," a chronicle written by Irving Berdine Richman The "mad Italian" Is first seen at the Court of King John II of Portugal in 1485. On discovering the duplicity of this monarch he leaves Portugal and after years of endeavor secures a hearing before Ferdinand and Isabella of Spain 642