Query: *
Archival Materials
Arno Atoll films
Creators:
Mason, Leonard, 1913-2005
National Science Foundation (U.S.)
United States. Navy
National Science Foundation (U.S.)
United States. Navy
Dates:
circa 1950
Size:
Film reels (color silent; 3600 feet, 16mm)
Linear feet
Linear feet
Collection ID:
HSFA.1983.03
Repository:
Human Studies Film Archives
Footage shot of Arno Atoll, Marshall Islands, as part of the Coral Atoll Project sponsored by the National Science Foundation and the United States Navy. Scenes include aerial shots of the atoll; harvesting and processing fronds of coconut and pandanus trees for weaving mats, baskets, and clothing and for roofing …