Bangkok Oasis on a Troubled Continent / March of Time

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Date
0000
Main contributor
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Summary
Describes the economic, religious, and social characteristics of life in Bangkok, Thailand.  Includes views of the temples, the old Palace of Kings, the King and the Queen at a state function, the floating river market, the busy streets, the celebration of the Buddhist New Year, and a traditional Thai funeral.  Describes the attachment of the Thai people to ancient traditions as well as their love for modern comforts.  Highlights the cooperation of the American and European businessmen with the Siamese in developing local industry and describes the country as the "rice bowl of Asia."
Contributor
Indiana University, Bloomington. Audio-Visual Center
Collection
March of Time
Unit
IUL Moving Image Archive
Language
English
Physical Description
1 film reel (33 min.) sound,black and white/monochrome; 16 mm
Notes

Local Note

Gift to the IUB Libraries from Instructional Support Services.

Statement of Responsibility

March of Time
Other Identifiers
Catalog Key: 7812054; Other: GR00467723; MDPI Barcode: 40000003178979

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