Mapping The Earth’s Surface (1969)
The fascinating process of map- making is studied from the establishment of a network of control points through the collection
Mapping The Martian World : Mars Observer (1992)
Mapping The Martian World : Mars Observer (1992) The 1992 Mars Observer Mission is highlighted in this video overview of the mission objectives and planning. Using previous photography and computer graphics and simulation, the main objectives of the 687 day (one Martian year) consecutive orbit by the Mars Observer Satellite around Mars are explained. Dr. […]
Maps : Land Symbols And Terms (1960)
Discusses different land symbols and terms used on maps, such as different shapes and colors to represent cities, state boundaries,
Maps Add Meaning To History (1970)
The Gold Rush, Phoenicia as a sea power, political change in Africa, and the Panama Canal are some of the
Maps And Their Uses (1951)
Presents a variety of maps. Describes a scale of distances, a grid and legend. Points out the many uses of
Maps Are Fun (2nd Ed, 1963)
Shows a cartographer as he helps a young boy prepare a map of his paper route. Defines legend, scale and
Maps Skills : Physical Features (2nd Ed, 1988)
Through animation, viewers are introduced to map indicators for various bodies of water, including the difference between a gulf, a
Maps Skills : Using Scale (2nd Ed, 1988)
Viewers learn that understanding scale is essential to good map reading. The concept of scale is compared to actual objects
Marcel Proust (1979)
This film makes an excellent prelude to the study of Marcel Proust and his writing. We digitized and uploaded this film
March of Dimes with astronauts PSA
1970s TV public service announcement for March of Dimes with astronauts march-of-dimes-with-astronauts-psa
March of Progress, The (1945)
THE MARCH OF PROGRESS: A locally made film on the opening of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge, which has been modified with added material. Panoramic view of San Francisco / scene of old sailing vessels / bridge under construction / spinning cables / building roadway / opening day / Mayor Rossi cutting the golden link […]
March of Time : Night Club Boom (1946)
The film “March of Time: Night Club Boom” explores the vibrant nightlife in the United States, highlighting the significant investments