Shows, by animated maps and live action, the geographical and historical influences which worked in combination to produce the modern nation of Spain. Points out the diverse national strains brought to Iberia by successive waves of settlers, immigrants, and conquerors, including the Romans, Basques, Moors, and Catalans. Shows how the climate and fertility of the soil influence agriculture and settlement and depicts the chief cities, industries and products.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
008250
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Spain
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Spain - Description and travel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Spain - Social life and customs
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Spain - Social conditions
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)