THE AMERICAN INDIAN; WHEN THE WHITE MAN CAME AND AFTER | The Archive Project

Video Parts (3)

This clip is Part 1 of a 3-part film.

Description

Documentary: Traces migrations of the Indians from Asia via the Bering Strait to North America. Shows the influence of the white man on tribal life in the U.S. Indians demonstrate sign language, dress and housing. Scenes from Yale University Press Film Service's film The Chronicles of America Photoplays depict the first settlers' contact with Indians as friends, rulers and enemies.

Collection

Harmon Foundation Collection

Series

Motion Picture Films on Community and Family Life, Education, Religious Beliefs, and the Art and Culture of Minority and Ethnic Groups

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Date

1933-01-01

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TRT

3:29

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