Gunsmith of Williamsburg

Overview

The gun was a vital part of life in colonial Williamsburg, and this docudrama demonstrates the expertise that went into the making of each weapon. The master gunsmith explains the principal parts of an early American rifle and demonstrates the gun's complex manufacturing process. The guns of the period were crude military weapons, but with revolution stirring, the colonists depended on their weapons to send a message to the British Crown.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

May 31, 1969

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United States of America

Production

Colonial Williamsburg Foundation

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded