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The Formative Years: 1958-1975 Established to maintain U.S. technological superiority over potential adversaries, ARPA is created in 1958 as a division of the Department of Defense. Link: http://www.darpa.mil/About/History/First_50_Years.aspx Source: http://www.darpa.mil/VideoFiles/01_-_The_Formative_Years_1958_-_1975_200...

Promotional short subject

"This film is an edited version of a symposium held at Boston University on November 20, 1972 that explores the implications of the possible existence of extraterrestrial life within the galaxy and the universe. The panel members were Dr. Richard Berendzen, astronomy professor and historian of science at Boston University; Dr. Ashley Montagu, anthropologist, social biologist and author at Rutgers University; Dr. Philip Morrison, physicist educator and philosopher of science at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT); Dr.

Following A Postage Stamp Through The United States Mails With Postmaster James A. Farley 1935
"Shows the "life" of postage stamps from their manufacture at the Bureau of Engraving to their delivery on an envelope to an addressee. Consists mostly of scenes of postal employees and equipment. The picture is introduced and narrated by Postmaster General James A. Farley."

castle films edition of this film.

"TRAINING FILM: On driving techniques in unfavorable situations. How to drive a car in rain, snow, sleet, fog or any condition requires alertness, adjusting headlights, using chains, using second gear, and in some cases rocking the car to get out of rough spots. Keep the car in good running condition with gas, oil, and water. Do not drive car when you are tired. Pull over and get rest."
National Archives Identifier: 12145

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"This film traces the principal accomplishments of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in aeronautics and space research from 1959 until the eve of the first lunar landing in 1969. Emphasis is placed on the progressive experience gained on each manned Apollo mission."
National Archives Identifier:     649378

The Mysterious Eagle, attempts to sabotage a local company and frames wayne, a carnival pilot, for murder and i.d. as the Eagle.

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