The discoveries of archaeologists shows the high degree of civilization attained by the Maya people centuries ago. The Maya developed their own system of hieroglyphic writing and astronomers devised a calendar. A few Yucatecans still live in thatched huts, but most now live in modern cities. New industries are being researched and developed; transport systems improved; and greater emphasis placed on education. A new civilization is growing in this ancient land.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
006851
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Industrialization
Communications, Infrastructure, & Transport → Cities and towns - Growth
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Cities and towns - Growth
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)