West Germany: Industrial Giant

Duration: 19

Genre: Educational

Year Published: 1966

Creator: MCGRAW HILL PUBLISHING CO

Format: 16mm

Sound: sound

Description: . Explains some of the factors which contribute to industrial activities in West Germany, especially as related to the Rhine and Ruhr valleys, which provide a source of water power and transportation. Explains that coal, salt, and potash are extensive indigenous resources and that iron and steel-making have stimulated manufacturing of overland transportation units. Promotes the idea that since industrial prosperity is economic prosperity, people can afford to buy modern conveniences., Shows the geography, agriculture, natural resources, manufacturing, and cultural and educational attractions of West Germany. Analyzes reasons for its industrialization and its high standard of living.

Complete Record: . Explains some of the factors which contribute to industrial activities in West Germany, especially as related to the Rhine and Ruhr valleys, which provide a source of water power and transportation. Explains that coal, salt, and potash are extensive indigenous resources and that iron and steel-making have stimulated manufacturing of overland transportation units. Promotes the idea that since industrial prosperity is economic prosperity, people can afford to buy modern conveniences., Shows the geography, agriculture, natural resources, manufacturing, and cultural and educational attractions of West Germany. Analyzes reasons for its industrialization and its high standard of living.NOTE: Two (or more) records have been merged together to create this data.