We Were There… But Not For Conquest (1976?)

The film features a conversation between students and Captain Keenan from the Army Corps of Engineers, discussing the Corps’ dual role in both military service and civil engineering. The Captain shares the history of the Corps, highlighting its contributions to American infrastructure, from building forts and railroads to managing natural resources and participating in wars. The discussion covers significant historical figures, including George Washington and Robert E. Lee, and emphasizes the Corps’ impact on national development, especially in the construction of dams, canals, and the establishment of national parks like Yellowstone.

Keywords
Army Corps of Engineers, military history, civil engineering, George Washington, infrastructure, national parks, transportation, dams, railroads, natural resources

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