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This film was used to train American soldiers at Fort Devens, Massachusetts. Produced during the height of the Cold War, this example of U.S. propaganda explains the reasons for American involvement in the Vietnam War and the threat of communism to the region. Describes the methods and techniques used by the Communists to seize power and shows how the party gains control of local and central governments; how it moves against other political parties, landowners, big business, the middle class, professional groups, workers, and churches; and describes the party attitude towards the individual in relation to the state.
Explains, with animation, atomic structure and the basic concepts of atomic energy. Distinguishes between electronic or chemical energy and nuclear energy. Explains the three known forms of atomic energy release: natural radioactivity, nuclear synthesis, and nuclear fission. Illustrates the relationship between atomic energy from the sun and chemical energy stored and released in photosynthesis and combustion.
Presents a highly condensed version of Russian history since the eve of World War I through the eyes of the "average Ivan" who has lived through this period. Discusses the initial period of capitalism, the collective farm movement, the great purges of the 1930's, the first Five Year Plans, the lack of consumer goods, the bitterness of World War II, and the Cold War. Illustrates each of these phases of Russian history with Russian periodicals and pictures. (Center for Mass Communication) Film.
This film takes a dramatic yet comedic look at what makes Indiana University graduates winners: faculty, facilities, courses, and the IU experience. Also discusses how technology can help graduates keep moving and keep advancing in the workplace.
Describes fusion of hydrogen nuclei as a source of solar energy, the chain reaction of uranium nuclei, and principles of critical mass relating to atomic bombs and nuclear power plants.
Shows the harnessing of atomic energy for peacetime uses in the United States. Shows scientists and technicians working in the Atomic Energy Commission's laboratories and pants. Describes new uses for radioactive materials in medicine, biology, and industry.
The Big Picture was a television program conceived by the US Army Signal Corps' Army Pictorial Center as part of a propaganda effort to defeat communism during the Cold War. The series generated over 800 28-minute episodes that ran on over 300 TV stations (including CBS- and ABC-affiliated stations) in the US and abroad from the 1950s to the 1970s.
Explores the world of weapons with emphasis on the revolutionary changes since World War I. Uses film clips to show the destructive potential of air power, rocket and missile power, and nuclear fission. Discusses the problems of total war, time needed for preparation, and defense brought about by the advent of new weapons of war. Offers suggestions as to what can be done in international affairs to solve the problems raised by the weapons revolution.
Discusses the "Ice "Frontier," the North Polar region separating America and Russia. Presents the historical background and geographical significance of this area from the days of the early Russian explorations on the West Coast of America to the present day when the Arctic may well be the crossroads of world airplanes and, someday, the route of guided missiles in a Cold War turned hot. Describes strategic military emplacements, experiments, and explorations which are all part of the current activity that makes the "Ice Frontier" an area of significance in a world of political and ideological conflicts. (Center for Mass Communication) Film.
Part II: Breakup of the Grand Alliance, explores the reasons for the breakup of the Grand Alliance between the U.S. and Russia. Explains some of the factors contributing to the widening gap between the U.S. and Russia and leading to the Cold War.
