Gunsmith of Williamsburg (1969)
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.
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 58 min
Release Date: May 31, 1969
Cast
- Wallace Gusler - Wallace Gusler
- Arthur LaBonte - Indentured Servant
- David Brinkley - Narrator
Production: Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films in Genre: Documentary, History
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Gunsmith of Williamsburg about?
- 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.
- Who stars in Gunsmith of Williamsburg?
- Gunsmith of Williamsburg stars Wallace Gusler, Arthur LaBonte, David Brinkley.
- How long is Gunsmith of Williamsburg?
- Gunsmith of Williamsburg has a runtime of 58m (58 minutes).
- What genre is Gunsmith of Williamsburg?
- Gunsmith of Williamsburg is a Documentary, History film.
- Where was Gunsmith of Williamsburg produced?
- Gunsmith of Williamsburg was produced in United States of America.