Settlers of the Old Northwest Territory

Duration: 14

Year Published: 1962

Creator: Encyclopaedia Britannica Educ Corp

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Description: Depicts the historical development of the Northwest Territory describing the growth of government, the distribution of land, and the formation of a free educational system as set forth in the Northwest Ordinance of 1787. Illustrates the living conditions and problems involved in settling and expanding the area into a great agricultural region. Shows the development of the transportation system. Emphasizes the important contribution cooperation among pioneers made in settling this region.

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