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Gunsmith of Williamsburg

1969 · 58m · Documentary · History

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Overview

The gun was a vital part of life in colonial Williamsburg, and this docudrama demonstrates the expertise that went into the making of each weapon. The master gunsmith explains the principal parts of an early American rifle and demonstrates the gun's complex manufacturing process. The guns of the period were crude military weapons, but with revolution stirring, the colonists depended on their weapons to send a message to the British Crown.

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Release date
May 31, 1969
Status
Released
Original language
English
Runtime
58m
Rated
G
Genres
Documentary, History

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