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West Point on the Hudson (1974)

1974 · Short film · 17 min

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This color educational/promotional film from Copley is about the history of the United States Military Academy at West Point on the Hudson River, and its contributions to the nation. It was part of the "Rediscovering America" series. It is hosted by actor William Shatner. Copyright 1974. It was directed by Ocee Ritch, written by Jim Gilbert and Ocee Ritch, filmed by J. Barry Herron, Dan Yarussi, Jay Skidmore and Ray Nankey, edited by Stuart O'Brien, and produced by Howard Matson and Art Evans. Opening: Aerial shot of the Statue of Liberty. Titles: Re-Discovering America: West Point on the Hudson (:09-1:29). Aerial shot of West Point. Painted stills show: a dirt road near Tarrytown, NY with a horseman on it, midway through the Revolutionary War Americans block the way of the horseman who is British. He is Major John Andre of the British Army. The men have guns and search him. A letter written and signed by Benedict Arnold. William Shatner is our host (1:30-3:05). Hudson River. Map of the Hudson and surrounding states. General Washington. A 'Don't Tread on Me' flag. British troops. British go down the Hudson River. British troops on the march. The history of the Hudson, George Washington, and the war are explained. A cannon up high. Wiiliam Shatner shows a chain. Major General Benedict Arnold. Painted stills show Arnold, maps (3:06-5:38). Robinson House. Sir Henry pays Benedict Arnold for the surrender of the fort of West Point. British ship, the Vulture. British meet with…

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Running time
17 minutes
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Ephemeral Films

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