The Innocent Years (1901-1914) : Part 1 of 2

Year Published: 1957

Creator: McGraw-Hill Films

Complete Record: Surveys the principal features of life in the United States just after the turn of the century and in the years just prior to World War I. A study of the social, military, and political life of the United States from 1900 to 1914. Includes a view of the presidential campaigns of Theodore Roosevelt, William Howard Taft, and Woodrow Wilson. Documentary study of America from 1901-1914. Narrated by Alexander Scourby Uses authentic footage to present a picture of the United States during the changing years between 1901 and 1914. Emphasizes the nation's emergence as a n industrialized affluent society and a world power. Shows a vigorous young American changing from rural to an industrialized society. Highlights the drive for women’s suffrage and the forceful personality of Theodore Roosevelt. This film deals with early immigrants to the United States and the beginning of U.S. industrialization ( first cars, factories). There is also a focus on Teddy Roosevelt and his home, interests. Amusement parks and circuses make up the last portion of the film dealing with entertainment. [credits] Henry Saloman; director, Donald Hyatt; writers, Henry Salomon, Richard Hanser; narrator, Alexander Scourby; music, Robert Russell Bennett; film editor, Silvio D'Alisera.