The Story of Elias Howe

Duration: 11

Year Published: 1939

Format: 16mm

Color: B&W

Description: Tells the story of Elias Howe and his years of struggle to perfect the sewing machine. Points out that inventors seldom profit from their inventions are rarely recognized by their contemporaries. Also shows early types of sewing machines and their first use in factories.

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