BUILDING THE MIGHTY
MAC
by Mighty Mac Films
50th Anniversary Edition
This DVD contains new
material and two digitally restored historic films taken when the bridge
was being built. "Enjoyed watching it... a fine documentary."
Bob Talbert, Detroit Free Press. ©2007 & ©1958. Total 115
minutes.
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CAMP FORGOTTEN
The Civilian Conservation Corps in Michigan
by Bill Jamerson SHOWN ON PBS!
Turn back the clock to
1933- the middle of the worst depression the country has ever seen.
Thousands of young men between the ages of 17 and 23 are finding a
purpose in their lives as a part of the CCC in Michigan. They fought
forest fires, built park structures, planted trees and did many other
useful projects. Students can get the feel of turning out to morning
exercise in the snow while under the supervision of a "kindly"
army officer! The video includes interviews with over a dozen men who
were there- an experience which changed their lives! ©1993.
58 minutes. (6th grade - Adult)
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DEEP
SIX - TITANICS OF THE GREAT LAKES
by Ric Mixter
Give your middle
school or high school class something exciting to view with this
very professional video. Students see the wrecks underwater,
listen to several of the survivors from these famous inland sea
disasters. The six wrecks covered are the Bradley, Carruthers,
Cedarville, Moreland, Morrell, and the Edmund Fitzgerald. The 60
minute tape is easily divided into segments on each ship for more
convenient classroom viewing. ©1998
60 minutes.
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HERBERT H. DOW
Pioneer in Creative Chemistry
by Bill Jamerson, PBS Video Producer - SHOWN
ON PBS!
This is the story of the
man and the company who created 100's of new products for America’s
industry and consumers. Herbert Dow began with a simple raw material which
is essentially salt water- the brine which rests under much of Michigan.
It all began in 1897 at Midland. This easy to understand production
explores a unique aspect of Michigan industry which led to the development
of the nation’s 4th largest chemical company.
© May, 1997. 58 minutes.
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THE
EDMUND FITZGERALD
by Great Lakes Historical Society
A high
quality video of the complete history of the Edmund Fitzgerald
from its launch to the sinking off Whitefish Point. It includes
footage from the submarine investigations of the wreck site done
in 1994. A great addition to any Michigan unit. ©1993 14
minutes.
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FORD AND THE
AMERICAN DREAM
by Lorin Sorensen, Silverado Productions
A compact
history of the Ford Company from the Model T to cars of today. See
historic footage. Go into the factory to see how they were made.
This video will add a lot to any Michigan or U.S. history
class. ©1991, 50 minutes.
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FRUIT OF
DREAMS
The Mexican Cherry Pickers of Traverse City
by Bill Jamerson SHOWN
ON PBS!
Up to 30,000
Mexicans labored in the cherry orchards! For many workers the
cherry harvest was the highlight of their hard working year. They
called cherries "fruita de los suenos," the fruit of
dreams. This video has rare film footage from 1926 to 1960 along
with interviews with the Mexicans themselves. Will give students a
first hand look at the tribulations of these important workers who
provided a major contribution to Michigan agriculture. Bill
Jamerson is a PBS video producer. ©1995.
27 minutes.
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GRAND
RAPIDS MADE
by Bill Jamerson PBS
Video Producer - SHOWN ON PBS!
This video will give
older students and adults the complete history of Grand Rapids as
the furniture-making capital. It begins in the 1850s with the
first simple cabinet makers and follows the development to the
present time. Some people may not realize Grand Rapids continues
to be a furniture capital, but it is office furniture and
institutional seating which are its claim to fame today! Good for
high school and adult education classes. Mostly color with some
historic footage. ©1998.
80 minutes.
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