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Johnson and Reconstruction (1942)

1942 · Short film · 38 min

Synopsis

Johnson and Reconstruction Search Educational Film Journals at Media History Project for references to this film SummaryAn excerpt from the 1942 feature film 'TENNESSEE JOHNSON.' Emphasizes conflicting philosophies of Andrew Johnson and Congressman Thad Stevens during the reconstruction period following the./ial War. Four Pomo dances--"toto," "lehuye," "big head," and "ball dance"--are performed on the Kashia reservation in northern California, preceded by the building of a brush enclosure and a singing ceremonial walk to the dance. From the American Indian series.

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Running time
38 minutes
Language
English
Collection
Educational Films, Ephemeral Films