Episode number 1 of Series “This Modern Age”.
Deals with the development of synthetic fibres, and the challenge which the textile industry based on the use of these fibres offers to the woollen and cotton industries.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
003498
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Synthetic fabrics
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Textile fabrics
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Textile industry
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Wool industry
Crafts & Visual Arts → Textile fabrics
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)