A Rush of Steam

This video discusses how the navigable waterways in the western part of North America led to settlements and the transportation of goods and people via steamboats, particularly during the gold rush. Indigenous crew members were valued for their knowledge of the area. The USS Nana was a notable steamer that operated from 1933 to 1954. Wood was used as fuel for the steamboats, and barges are still used today. The video highlights the impact of steamboats on the development of the interior regions of North America.

Workshop Info

In this professional development course, educators received comprehensive support to engage students in documentary filmmaking. Participants learned how to utilize primary sources from the Library of Congress and incorporated local resources such as Elder interviews, artifacts, photos, and documents. This training equipped teachers with the tools to create enriching, historically grounded educational experiences through the art of documentary filmmaking.

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Land Acknowledgement

This video was filmed on Dena'ina Land. Learn more about land acknowledgements at native-land.ca.