The Middle East: Crossroads of Three Continents

Duration: 14 min

Year Published: 1955

Creator: Coronet Films

Color: Color

Credits: Joseph E. Spencer

Description: Identifies the countries of the Middle East; describes prevailing climatic conditions; and portrays camel caravans, auto travel, and airplanes as means of communication in this "crossroads" area. Presents the oil resources, crossroads characteristics, and need for water as the three keys to the Middle East conditions and problems. Concludes with scenes representative of the modernization being undertaken in this area as a result of its tremendous oil reserves.

Metadata Source:Wikipedia — List of Coronet Films