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Big Picture, Episode 399, Your Defense
in Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer (RG111), of United States. National Archives and Records Administration. Federal Records, in Big Picture, Episode 399 (District of Columbia: United States. Army Pictorial Service, 1957), 29 mins
This week in a pictorial survey of our military services, The Big Picture camera will focus on the defense establishment, your investment in American security.
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in Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer (RG111), of United States. National Archives and Records Administration. Federal Records, in Big Picture, Episode 399 (District of Columbia: United States. Army Pictorial Service, 1957), 29 mins
Description
This week in a pictorial survey of our military services, The Big Picture camera will focus on the defense establishment, your investment in American security.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Stuart Queen
Date Published / Released
1957
Publisher
United States. Army Pictorial Service
Series
Big Picture
Speaker / Narrator
Stuart Queen
Topic / Theme
Government budget, Lines of defense, Weapons and ordnance, Scientific research, Cold War, 1945-1989, Korean Conflict, 1950-1953, World War II, 1939-1945, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Big Picture, Episode 452, Look Toward Tomorrow
in Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer (RG111), of United States. National Archives and Records Administration. Federal Records, in Big Picture, Episode 452 (District of Columbia: United States. Army Pictorial Service, 1959), 28 mins
Story of civilian engineers and scientists in a film designed to supplement the long-range recruitment program, set up by the Army, for civilian scientists and engineers. It is intended to help create in the public mind a climate of respect and prestige for Army science and technical work which will encourage youn...
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in Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer (RG111), of United States. National Archives and Records Administration. Federal Records, in Big Picture, Episode 452 (District of Columbia: United States. Army Pictorial Service, 1959), 28 mins
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Story of civilian engineers and scientists in a film designed to supplement the long-range recruitment program, set up by the Army, for civilian scientists and engineers. It is intended to help create in the public mind a climate of respect and prestige for Army science and technical work which will encourage young men and women to consider Army civil service in their future planning over the next few years. Treated from the overall point of view...
Story of civilian engineers and scientists in a film designed to supplement the long-range recruitment program, set up by the Army, for civilian scientists and engineers. It is intended to help create in the public mind a climate of respect and prestige for Army science and technical work which will encourage young men and women to consider Army civil service in their future planning over the next few years. Treated from the overall point of view of the Army, "Look Toward Tomorrow" touches base with five of the technical services: Signal, Ordnance, Engineers, Chemical, and Quartermaster. This half-hour production highlights significant scientific and engineering work which has been accomplished or is being developed in the Army with emphasis on the role of the young civilian scientist and engineer.
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Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Joe Barton
Date Published / Released
1959
Publisher
United States. Army Pictorial Service
Series
Big Picture
Speaker / Narrator
Joe Barton
Topic / Theme
Association and organization conferences, Civilians, Government occupations, Military engineering, Military personnel, Scientific research, Television, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Biography, Dwight D. Eisenhower
directed by Alan Landsburg, 1933-; produced by David Lloyd Wolper, 1928-2010 and Alan Landsburg, 1933-, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1962), 26 mins
From his career as a military commander in both World Wars to his term as a president of the United States, Dwight D. Eisenhower was a natural leader. Learn more about this great man and his many accomplishments.
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directed by Alan Landsburg, 1933-; produced by David Lloyd Wolper, 1928-2010 and Alan Landsburg, 1933-, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1962), 26 mins
Description
From his career as a military commander in both World Wars to his term as a president of the United States, Dwight D. Eisenhower was a natural leader. Learn more about this great man and his many accomplishments.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
David Lloyd Wolper, 1928-2010, Alan Landsburg, 1933-, Mike Wallace, 1918-2012
Author / Creator
Alan Landsburg, 1933-
Date Published / Released
1962
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Biography
Speaker / Narrator
Mike Wallace, 1918-2012
Person Discussed
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Military careers, Political life, Cold War, 1945-1989, World War II, 1939-1945, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Biography, J.F.K.: A Personal Story
produced by Rhys Thomas, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005, originally published 1996), 1 hour 25 mins
Relive the glory moments of John F. Kennedy's life as BIOGRAPHY-® presents the compelling story of this unforgettable leader and the rich dynasty he left behind. John Fitzgerald Kennedy Jr. will always be remembered as the youthful president who inspired America a charismatic leader who gave the nation a sense of...
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produced by Rhys Thomas, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005, originally published 1996), 1 hour 25 mins
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Relive the glory moments of John F. Kennedy's life as BIOGRAPHY-® presents the compelling story of this unforgettable leader and the rich dynasty he left behind. John Fitzgerald Kennedy Jr. will always be remembered as the youthful president who inspired America a charismatic leader who gave the nation a sense of pride and confidence. His sharp mind quick wit and boundless determination won him friends confidantes and devoted followers. A World...
Relive the glory moments of John F. Kennedy's life as BIOGRAPHY-® presents the compelling story of this unforgettable leader and the rich dynasty he left behind. John Fitzgerald Kennedy Jr. will always be remembered as the youthful president who inspired America a charismatic leader who gave the nation a sense of pride and confidence. His sharp mind quick wit and boundless determination won him friends confidantes and devoted followers. A World War II hero respected senator and author of the Pulitzer Prize-winning "Profiles in Courage" Kennedy regarded life as a race against boredom. Through archival footage and interviews with friends famous journalists Hollywood actors and former staffers (including ex-cabinet member John Kenneth Galbraith) BIOGRAPHY-® revisits pivotal moments of Kennedy's life and presidency with amazing clarity and insight.
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Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Rhys Thomas, Jim Ward, 1959-
Date Published / Released
1996, 2005
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Biography
Speaker / Narrator
Jim Ward, 1959-
Person Discussed
John F. Kennedy, 1917-1963
Topic / Theme
Family, Heads of state, Political life, John F. Kennedy, Assassination, Dallas, TX, November 22, 1963, World War II, 1939-1945, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), Post-war Era (1945–1960), The Sixties (1960–1974), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Copyright 2008 A&E Television Networks
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Biography, Pat Nixon, Behind The Smile
produced by Eileen M. Lucas and Maura Minsky, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1999), 42 mins
A biographical sketch of Pat Nixon, the wife of U.S. President Richard Nixon, detailing her life as First Lady, her political interests, and her struggle to recover from a stroke that left her half paralyzed.
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produced by Eileen M. Lucas and Maura Minsky, in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1999), 42 mins
Description
A biographical sketch of Pat Nixon, the wife of U.S. President Richard Nixon, detailing her life as First Lady, her political interests, and her struggle to recover from a stroke that left her half paralyzed.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Eileen M. Lucas, Maura Minsky, Harry Smith, 1951-
Date Published / Released
1999
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Biography
Speaker / Narrator
Harry Smith, 1951-
Person Discussed
Patricia Ryan Nixon, 1912-1993, Richard Milhous Nixon, 1913-1994
Topic / Theme
First lady, Marriage, Political life, American History, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), The Sixties (1960–1974), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright 2008 A&E Television Networks
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A Day In Congress
in Prelinger Collection, of United States. Library of Congress. Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Collection; directed by Edwin Ware Hullinger; produced by Edwin Ware Hullinger (District of Columbia: Academic Films, 1949), 18 mins
This documentary features a day in Congress.
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in Prelinger Collection, of United States. Library of Congress. Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Collection; directed by Edwin Ware Hullinger; produced by Edwin Ware Hullinger (District of Columbia: Academic Films, 1949), 18 mins
Description
This documentary features a day in Congress.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Edwin Ware Hullinger, Miller McClintock
Author / Creator
Edwin Ware Hullinger
Date Published / Released
1949
Publisher
Academic Films
Speaker / Narrator
Miller McClintock
Topic / Theme
Legislative committees, Constitution, Government buildings, Government functions, Laws and legislation, Legislators, National government, Politicians, Voting, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Copyright owner is unknown. Alexander Street Press is eager to hear from any rights owners who are not properly identified so that appropriate information may be provided in the future. Any information concerning rights to this work can be sent to the editor at the address below.
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Illinois History, An Overview, 11, Modern Day Illinois
directed by James A. Edstrom; produced by James A. Edstrom, in Illinois History, An Overview, 11 (Privately Published, 2009, originally published 1971), 27 mins
This documentary, directed by James A. Edstrom, features a modern-day Illinois.
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directed by James A. Edstrom; produced by James A. Edstrom, in Illinois History, An Overview, 11 (Privately Published, 2009, originally published 1971), 27 mins
Description
This documentary, directed by James A. Edstrom, features a modern-day Illinois.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
James A. Edstrom
Author / Creator
James A. Edstrom
Date Published / Released
1971, 2009
Publisher
Privately Published
Series
Illinois History, An Overview
Speaker / Narrator
James A. Edstrom
Person Discussed
Adlai E. Stevenson, II, 1900-1965
Topic / Theme
Agriculture, Environment, Fairs and festivals, Military bases, Oil mines and mining, Politicians, Scientific research, Transportation, Unemployment, Veterans (Armed services), War, Great Depression, 1929-1941, World War II, 1939-1945, First Self-Sustaining Nuclear Chain Reaction is Created, Chicago, 1942, American History, The Sixties (1960–1974), Post-war Era (1945–1960), Depression & World W...
Agriculture, Environment, Fairs and festivals, Military bases, Oil mines and mining, Politicians, Scientific research, Transportation, Unemployment, Veterans (Armed services), War, Great Depression, 1929-1941, World War II, 1939-1945, First Self-Sustaining Nuclear Chain Reaction is Created, Chicago, 1942, American History, The Sixties (1960–1974), Post-war Era (1945–1960), Depression & World War II (1929–1945), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Copyright © 2009 by James A. Edstrom
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NARA Inaugurations, Dwight D. Eisenhower Inauguration, January 20, 1953
in NARA Inaugurations (Privately Published, 1953, originally published 1953), 1 hour 36 mins
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in NARA Inaugurations (Privately Published, 1953, originally published 1953), 1 hour 36 mins
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Date Published / Released
1953-01-20, 1953
Publisher
Privately Published
Series
NARA Inaugurations
Speaker / Narrator
Richard Milhous Nixon, 1913-1994, Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969
Person Discussed
Richard Milhous Nixon, 1913-1994, Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1890-1969
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Inaugurations, Parades, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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The Powers of Congress
in Prelinger Collection, of United States. Library of Congress. Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Collection; produced by Coronet Instructional Films (Glenview, IL: Coronet Instructional Films, 1947, originally published 1947), 11 mins
This documentary features the powers of the United States Congress.
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in Prelinger Collection, of United States. Library of Congress. Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Collection; produced by Coronet Instructional Films (Glenview, IL: Coronet Instructional Films, 1947, originally published 1947), 11 mins
Description
This documentary features the powers of the United States Congress.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Coronet Instructional Films
Date Published / Released
1947
Publisher
Coronet Instructional Films
Topic / Theme
Government functions, Laws and legislation, National government, Taxation, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Copyright owner is unknown. Alexander Street Press is eager to hear from any rights owners who are not properly identified so that appropriate information may be provided in the future. Any information concerning rights to this work can be sent to the editor at the address below.
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Timewatch, Summer of the Bomb
directed by Robert Marshall, in Timewatch (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1989, originally published 1989), 59 mins
A drama-documentary examining why America felt it necessary to use atomic weapons on Hiroshima and Nagasaki at the end of World War II, and what other options were open to them, using diaries, manuscripts and archive footage.
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directed by Robert Marshall, in Timewatch (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 1989, originally published 1989), 59 mins
Description
A drama-documentary examining why America felt it necessary to use atomic weapons on Hiroshima and Nagasaki at the end of World War II, and what other options were open to them, using diaries, manuscripts and archive footage.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Author / Creator
Robert Marshall
Date Published / Released
1989
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Timewatch
Speaker / Narrator
Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972
Person Discussed
Harry S. Truman, 1884-1972, Sir Winston Churchill, 1874-1965, Henry Stimson, 1867-1950, George Catlett Marshall, 1880-1959, James F. Byrnes, 1882-1972, Joseph C. Grew, 1880-1965
Topic / Theme
Government records, International relations, Weapons and ordnance, Negotiation in government, Nuclear warfare, Surrenders, Atomic Bombing, Hiroshima, Japan, August 6, 1945, Japanese Surrender, August 14, 1945, Potsdam Conference, July 17-August 2, 1945, Yalta Conference meets, February 1945, American History, Post-war Era (1945–1960)
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Copyright © 1989 BBC Worldwide
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