The Immigrant Experience Part 3

Description

In this video, the hopes and disappointments of a Polish immigrant family that came to the United States in 1907 are seen through the eyes of a young boy. Based on true events, the dramatized story centers on the son, named Janek, who has trouble fitting in at school and with his family. This is an Omaha/Orange production, presented by the Learning Corporation of America, written and directed by Joan Micklin Silver, and produced by Linda Gottlieb.

Collection

Records of the U.S. Information Agency

Series

Moving Images Relating to U.S. Domestic and International Activities