1940s

Donor: US Naval Academy, Nimitz Library

Donor: Jim Harper

Not much information has been confirmed about this film, although park archivists believe that it may have been shot by the National Park Service to illustrate the recreational activities and natural diversity found in the Big Bend area.

An overview of daily life at the Crystal City internment ‘camp’ during World War II-- from the perspective of the Immigration and Naturalization Service.

Donor: N/A
Cowgirls show off their riding skills.

Donor: Texas Department of Public Safety Historical Museum and Research Center

Donor: Texas Forest Service

Donor: Texas Department of Public Safety Historical Museum and Research Center

From textile-making to mural painting, Latino youth participate in the 1940s restoration of San Antonio’s historic La Villita settlement.

Lady Bird Johnson narrates this compilation of home movies taken during Lyndon B. Johnson's 1941 campaign for Senator.

Donor: Jan Valentine

An independently produced film from the 1940s, “Our Home Town” offers a unique look at daily life, local business and civic pride in this small central Texas community.

Donor: Roxolin Krueger
Featured in this 1942 newsreel and silent outtake footage is Captain Alvin Mueller, Jr. returning home to an estimated crowd of 10,000 in downtown Seguin.

A stirring depiction of Texans' patriotism, detailing their contributions to the war effort through military service, increased resource production, and personal sacrifice.

Donor: Tyler Rose Museum

Donor: Tyler Rose Museum

Donor: Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary

Donor: Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary

Donor: Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary

Donor: Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary