A Better New York State, United States Works Progress Administration (1937 Black & White Film)

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Entertainment Film & Movies Black and white film 1937 Works Progress Administration WPA projects New York State reservoir construction parks improvement recreation facilities Great Depression

Step into the past with this captivating black and white film from 1937 showcasing Works Progress Administration (WPA) projects in New York State. Explore the diverse initiatives, from reservoir construction to the enhancement of parks and recreation facilities, all aimed at revitalizing communities during the Great Depression. Witness the employment opportunities created for trained technicians and clerical workers, supporting the Bureau of Criminal Investigation of the New York State Police. Experience the transformative impact of government-led projects on infrastructure, employment, and public welfare. 🏗️

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U.S. Government Films Collection. (1937) A better New York. Pathé News, Inc.Uction Company & United States Works Progress Administrationuction Company, prods [United States: Work Projects Administration, Motion Picture Record Division] [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2001642607

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