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American Maker

1960-03-04 · 25 min · Not rated

Documentary

Portrays all Americans as makers, with a rich tradition of pride in workmanship and satisfaction of needs.

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Directors
Walter Koste, Donald Livingston, John Thiele, Jean Yarbrough
Production companies
Jam Handy Organization (JHO)
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

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Marvin MillerNarrator

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