The Medieval Gilds.

Portrays the development of the gilds during the Middle Ages and describes their function. Pictures how artisans and tradesmen, as they became numerous in the growing towns and cities, freed themselves from feudal lords and organized gilds for the purpose of protection and better conduct of their business. Shows how the apprentice system functioned and depicts the gradual abandonment of the gild.

Copyright

Complete catalog record
THE MEDIEVAL GILDS. Encyclopaedia Britannica Films. 21 min., sd., b&w, 16mm. With film guide. © Encyclopaedia Britannica Films, Inc.; 7Mar56; MP7570.

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Sources

  1. 16mm Filmography (legacy record) — title, year, creator, length, format, color, sound, catalog record, copyright
  2. Catalog of Classroom Teaching Films for Georgia Schools, No. 10 (Georgia Department of Education) — title, creator, length, description