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201518 minGdoc-short

Glacier Retreat

Alaska

201518 minGdoc-short

Glacier Bay, Katmai National Monument, and Mount McKinley National Park are showcased through stunning visuals of Alaska's diverse landscapes and natural beauty.

Glacier Retreat

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Channel: US National Archives

Alaska

2015• 18 minG

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Glacier Bay, Katmai National Monument, and Mount McKinley National Park are showcased through stunning visuals of Alaska's diverse landscapes and natural beauty.

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Ben Wiltdirector

Buddy Daviscast

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Alaska highlights the natural beauty of Glacier Bay National Park, Katmai National Monument, and Denali National Park. This silent film features striking visuals of snow-capped mountains, rugged coastlines, and lush forests, with a focus on Kodiak Island and its surroundings. Aerial footage showcases glaciers calving into the ocean, volcanic landscapes, and dramatic mountain ranges, culminating in stunning sunset vistas. Produced by the United States Department of the Interior, this travelogue is part of the Motion Picture Film Documentation series, which spans from 1916 to 1976.

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