Mirror of America
7408705
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This film reflects on the American way of life from 1914-1921, presenting a cross-sectional view of people and progress, and picturing the daily activities, dress, and habits of people as they lived fifty years ago. Footage includes shots of Presidents Woodrow Wilson and Warren G. Harding, Thomas Edison, and Henry Ford.
In November of 1963 in a ceremony in Washington, D.C., William Clay Ford presented to the National Archives 1.8 million feet of historical footage created by Ford Motor Company. For the occasion of the donation, the Archives premiered Mirror of America, a film that highlighted the collection and Henry Ford’s interest in moving pictures. The film serves as an introduction to the films and also advertises the collection as open for research.
In November of 1963 in a ceremony in Washington, D.C., William Clay Ford presented to the National Archives 1.8 million feet of historical footage created by Ford Motor Company. For the occasion of the donation, the Archives premiered Mirror of America, a film that highlighted the collection and Henry Ford’s interest in moving pictures. The film serves as an introduction to the films and also advertises the collection as open for research.
This primary source comes from the Records of the National Archives and Records Administration.
National Archives Identifier: 1964
Full Citation: Mirror of America; 7408705; Moving Images Relating to National Archives Activities and Events, 1985–1995; Records of the National Archives and Records Administration, Record Group 64; National Archives at College Park, College Park, MD. [Online Version, https://docsteach.org/documents/document/mirror-of-america, September 23, 2023]Rights: Copyright Not Evaluated Learn more on our privacy and legal page.
