Geography of the Rocky Mountain States

Relates the geography of Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, and Nevada to the work and lives of the people. Describes the importance of grazing areas for cattle and sheep; the lumbering industry; irrigation farming of potatoes and sugar beets; and gold, copper, uranium, and radium mining and smelting. Shows also the continental divide, canyons, and the use of dams to conserve water and produce hydroelectric power.

Credits

David A. Smart (producer); Earl B. Shaw

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