1941 Movies

'Power to Order' follows the production of a steam locomotive at the renowned Doncaster works.

A Technicolor introduction to the manufacture and design of both woven and printed cotton fabrics, the products of which are presented in a stunning f...

A look at the education and vocational training of the visually impaired.

'Near Buxton, in beautiful surroundings, rises a little stream, the Goyt. On its way to the sea the Goyt is joined by other rivers to become the great...

Harriet Parsons introduces Charles Butterworth, inventor of aerial devices, and a number of stars who appear at the U.S. Naval base in San Diego, Cali...

A typical school day for the three children of the Brown family at Nursery, Junior, and Senior Schools, and the principles behind their education.

This short archival film from WWII depicts how the women of Winnipeg opened a volunteer bureau and enlisted 7000 women into the war effort. Through a...

Explains the natural influences affecting the location and growth of cities. Describes with animated maps, the gradual growth of American cities from...

Made during World War II by the German Ministry of Health in collaboration with UFA (Germany’s largest movie studio),The English Disease combines Naz...

Men from a variety of backgrounds and professional fields are trained for the British Home Guard. Describes the development and standardization of thi...

The miners of Britain work day and night to keep the country fuelled in this exploration of the industrial coal-mining process.

In this instructional film, the viewer is explained how good nutrition, exercise and affection builds strong and healthy children. Examples of such ch...

Documentary short explaining proper techniques for handling and disposal of incendiary bombs. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive, from the Academy...

During the Second World War, getting the most from your little plot of land was crucial. This film, produced by the Ministry of Agriculture in 1941, e...

Documentary short film depicting the construction of the Martin B-26 medium bomber and its deployment to the U.S. Army Air Corps, including both engin...

Educational short that shows the different routes people use to get in and out of New York City. From the subway system and highways to the commuter t...

News reel showing factories and men gearing up for war.

Documentary short film depicting the creation of aluminum metal, from its mining as bauxite and transformation into sheet metal to its fashioning into...

A factory can improve productivity by using machines, however this will mean workers are laid off.

Gai Moran & Danny Hocktor performing "Zig Me Baby with a Gentle Zag" for this 1941 Soundie.