James A. FitzPatrick

Another TravelTalks entry, this one taking us to Vienna. (imdb comments)

A Technicolor travelogue celebrating San Francisco - past and present (imdb)

A visit to the rural agricultural areas of Hungary where the people lead very traditional lifestyles. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry looks at the sights, sounds, people, and art masterpieces in the capital of the Netherlands. (imdb)

This Traveltalk look at southern Germany begins in Berchtesgaden, which served as a retreat for Adolf Hitler during World War II... (imdb)

This travelogue is about Ontario, the second largest province of Canada. Despite only a small fraction of its land being used for that purpose... (imdb)

This episode of Traveltalks goes to Stockholm, the capital of Sweden. The focus is on several aspects of Swedish life and it's noted that Stockholm is a city without slums or beggars... (imdb)

This Traveltalk entry visits a large intertribal meeting of American Indians from all over the western United States... (imdb)

This travelogue starts in the Valley of the Kings at the tomb of King Tutankhamun, then it's on to the Valley of the Nile: the Colossi of Memnon... (imdb)

A FitzPatrick travelogue short film.

A visit to Chicago, featuring the city's architecture and well-known landmarks. (imdb)

Chile's history, culture, and customs star in this. (TCM)

This Traveltalk look at New Orleans starts at the recently modernized port and harbor facilities, with ships unloading various cargo and loading cotton... (imdb)

A look at Mexico City, with emphasis on its history, monuments, economy, leisure, and commitment to democracy. (imdb)

This entry in James A. FitzPatrick's Traveltalks series looks at Budapest, the capital of Hungary, before World War II. (imdb)

Four million ethnic French, German and Italian people live in the European country of Switzerland - the oldest existing republic in the world - which is known for its friendly nature.. (imdb)

A visit to Cairo is included in the FitzPatrick Traveltalk series, originally seen in theaters between 1934 and 1938... (imdb)

A Traveltalk visit to the city of canals. (imdb)

A visit to the capital of British Columbia and to its largest city. (imdb)

A visit to Chichicastenango, Guatemala, where Mayan civilization flourished. (imdb)

A visit to Rocky Mountain National Park and a nearby dude ranch in Colorado. (imdb)

This travelogue begins with an appreciation of Bombay as a port city. Beyond the port and Taj Mahal Hotel is a teeming city... (imdb)

A tour of the Indian city of Jaipur in the 1930's.

A Traveltalk visit to the island nation when it was still a British crown colony and the name Sri Lanka was 40 years in the future. (imdb)

TravelTalk, this entry taking us to Bali.

Another FitzPatrick TravelTalk, taking us to the titular islands.

This Traveltalk entry first visits Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, when the country's name was still Siam. (imdb)

A FitzPatrick TravelTalk focusing on the country of Japan.

A travelogue of Argentina

A travelogue of Rio.

This Traveltalk visit to China starts in Beijing, which at the time was officially called Peiping. Called the Imperial City, it consists of four separate districts. One of these is the famous Forbidden City, domicile of the Emperor. Later we take a train trip to see a portion the Great Wall. (imdb)

A springtime Traveltalk visit to Japan. (imdb)

A colorful travelogue of London's most historic buildings and the residual damage still left from WWII. (imdb)

A Traveltalk visit to Portugal's autonomous island group in the Atlantic Ocean. We learn that many of the things associated with the islands were actually instituted by British explorers who visited the island several hundred years before the Portuguese. This includes embroidered fabrics, wicker chairs, and the islands' world famous wine. (imdb)

A tour of the Indian city of Benares in the 1930's.

A James A Fitzpatrick travelogue about Ireland in the 1930s. Footage and information about various Irish villages.

A tour of Ceylon (Sri Lanka)in 1932. Map of Indian Ocean, tropical road with wagon, coconut palm trees, coconuts being processed, man sorting coconut shells, houses made of coconut palms, roof being thatched, native house, woman buying a broom, woman holding child, baby crying and crawling, children boys playing wearing loin cloths, man showing long hairdo, water buffalo pulling art, washing water buffalo in river, boy riding baby elephant, large elephant dragging tree, boats on canal.

Homes around the world which illustrate the song "Home Sweet Home". East Hampton NY, John Howard Payne homestead, windmill, Ceylon, thatched huts, native huts, straw roofs, woman holds baby, Ireland fishing village, stone huts, Galway, ducks waddle, women talking, country road, Hong Kong China harbor, sampan boats, baby, man with hand drill, Japan, japanese traditional house, women in traditional costumes, serving tea, farmer with cow at Payne home, windmill, East Hampton.

A Traveltalk visit to Norway's fjords and the Lapplanders in the northern latitudes. (imdb)

This Traveltalk entry visits a Djuka tribal village in Dutch Guiana, which would later be called Suriname. The Djuka are descendants of west Africans who escaped from ships that were taking them to slave markets in America in the 16th century. (imdb)

James A. FitzPatrick tour of Tibet in the 1930s. (imdb)

James A. FitzPatrick tour of Egypt in 1934 for his Traveltalks series. (imdb)

James A. FitzPatrick tour through the South Sea islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Rarotonga, and Sydney, Australia.

Visits to Gibraltar, Alhambra and Athens in the 1930s. Gibraltar, pan across harbor, naval ships, POV down main street with shops, Alhambra, Spain, Sierra Nevada mountains, Gate of Justice, Hall of the Ambassador, arabic letters, Court of Lions, Athens, Greece, Acropolis, Parthenon, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Greek army guards marching and dancing, Socrates prison cave, students reading Socrates, downtown Athens. (youtube.com)

This Traveltalk short visits three African locations on the Indian Ocean that used to be administered by Great Britain. The first stop is the Seychelles island group. Then it's on to the island of Zanzibar. The final stop is Mombasa, Kenya, where efforts are underway to save the elephants from extinction by ivory hunters. (imdb)

Ireland was still reliant on agriculture when this Traveltalk visit was made in the early 1930s. After looking at the farmers in the countryside and the cattle market in Galway, we see the sights and hear the sounds of Dublin, the capital city. (imdb)

This is a Traveltalk visit to Los Angeles in the 1930s. At the time of filming, the population of Los Angeles County was about 2.25 million. In one of the highlights of the film, narrator FitzPatrick visits the Disney cartoon studio and shakes hands with Walt Disney. (imdb)

This Traveltalks short showcases the sights and sounds of Rio de Janeiro, emphasizing its Portuguese influence. (imdb)

This Traveltalks visit to India starts in Baroda. We see how the maharajah of Baroda lives in his large castle. His opulent lifestyle includes many servants, as well as animals covered in expensive fabrics. The animals parade before the cameras. We then go to Agra, the site of the magnificent Taj Mahal temple. (imdb)

This travelogue begins at Bangkok's rail depot, a center of Indo-Chinese commerce. Next the narrator talks about Buddhism as the camera shows us some of Bangkok's many temples. Then, the narrator introduces us to the importance of traditional dance, with emphasis on the way that delicate wrist movements tell stories. It's on to the system of waterways in Bangkok, where more than 1,000,000 people live or conduct commerce. (imdb)

This Traveltalk visit to Japan starts with a look at the country's cherry blossom trees, tulips, and ubiquitous gardens. We then see the proper manner for preparing a woman's hair and wearing a kimono. (imdb)

South Africa has a long history of colonialism by among others the Portuguese, French, Dutch and British. This travelogue begins in Cape Town, one of the most important ports in the world. It is located at the meeting of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. Table Mountain overlooks the city. At the peak's summit, one can get a magnificent view of the city and surrounding coastline below. (imdb)

This Traveltalks brings us to Lima, Peru where we see a modern city.

A visit to the island of Java when it was part of the Dutch East Indies, and Sri Lanka when it was still called Ceylon. (imdb)

An old MGM Fitzpatrick Traveltalks classic about Copenhagen.

This Traveltalk entry looks at some natural wonders of the western United States, including the Grand Canyon and the Devil's Tower. The last stop on the tour, an "unnatural wonder," is the Mount Rushmore National Memorial, where sculptor Gutzon Borglum is hard at work. At the time of filming, only the head of George Washington was close to completion. Thomas Jefferson's face was almost finished; only the upper half of Abraham Lincoln's face is visible. (imdb)

This entry in James A. FitzPatrick's Traveltalks series looks at Czechoslovakia, before World War II, including images of bridges, churches, and castles in Prague, with a non-military parade through the city. (imdb)

This Traveltalks short focuses on the city's preservation of the architecture, apparel, and customs of the antebellum South. (imdb)

James A. FitzPatrick takes a tour of the Fiji Islands. The short depicts the different types on natives that inhabit the islands, and shows villages that have not been changed in architecture for centuries. There are ceremonial dances, and FitzPatrick politically-correctly describes the rule of the islands under the British government. (imdb)

This Traveltalk entry visits Seattle and other areas in the state of Washington. Seattle was a small city until the 1897 gold rush. During WWI, it served as a major shipping center for lumber that was transported through the Panama Canal to East Coast shipbuilders. We also visit a Weyerhaeuser lumber camp located between Longview and Tacoma, and the city of Everett, where lumber is used in the burgeoning aircraft industry. (imdb)

A Traveltalk look at the exteriors of Washington, D.C.'s famous buildings and monuments. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry looks at pre-World War II Tokyo, highlighting the influences of Western culture. (imdb)

A Traveltalk look at Hong Kong in the 1930s. (imdb)

Another installment of James "The Voice of the Globe" Fitzpatrick's "Traveltalks", shot in beautiful Technicolor. We start in Jakarta (Batavia then), and finish with the residence of the Governor General and its gardens. (imdb)

This Traveltalk visit to Ireland starts with a look at the countryside, with its farms, small villages, and fields with walls and fences built of stone without the use of mortar. We then visit Hope Castle in Castleblayney and end our journey in Galway. (imdb)

This MGM short film, part of the James A. Fitzpatrick Traveltalk series, visits Zeeland, a province of the Netherlands. Traditional costumes and architecture abound and cleanliness is a hallmark of local life. They paint their houses every year and Saturday is the great cleaning day. Dog carts are widely used. Zeeland is the richest agricultural province of the Netherlands and specializes in dairy farming with production of cheese and butter. (imdb)

This entry in the FitzPatrick Traveltalks zooms in on Nevada's famous Rainbow Canyon (singular canyon). Mr. FitzPatrick shows the former home of the Pioneer and Indian as it was in 1935, with all the splendor of the rugged gorges, mountain peaks, and the rock formations chiseled by nature thousands of years ago. (imdb)

James A. FitzPatrick takes a look at colorful Guatemala.

The Town of Banff is located in one of the most picturesque settings of the Canadian Rockies. The towering surrounding mountains dwarf the already small town. Driving down Main Street in town, one looks as if he is driving straight into Cascade Mountain. There are over six hundred peaks in the Canadian Rockies, one of the most beautiful being Mount Rundle. Another set are the Ten Peaks Range, each being over 10,000 feet tall. The range overlooks Lake Moraine, called the Pearl of the Rockies. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry showcases the natural wonders in one of the USA's most famous national parks. Waterfalls, grizzly bears, and the Old Faithful geyser are featured. (imdb)

Glimpses of flower arranging, a temple deer park, and Mount Fuji. (imdb)

This Traveltalks series entry visits three sites important to the Inca Empire in Peru. (imdb)

The Paris Exposition is seen as one of the most important events to take place in 1937 if only because it brought together forty-four nations side-by-side in goodwill. The Expo took place along the banks of the Seine, using many existing landmarks. Each national pavilion was provided and designed by the country in question, symbolizing some important aspect of that country. Pavilions of French colonies were also well represented. (imdb)

A FitzPatrick Traveltalk where we visit 'The Pink City' of Jaipur.

A visit to Singapore, an essential port city in Britain's empire, established in 1813 when Raffles negotiated its separation from the independent Malay state of Jahor. The camera observes Singapore's traditional neighborhoods, trade, and small craft, which are dominated by people of Chinese ancestry. Then, we drive the modern causeway to Jahor's small capital, Johor Bahru, for a look at imposing buildings and a visit to the grounds of the sultan. (imdb)

The camera stays mostly in Willemstad, on the island of Curacao, in the Dutch Antilles. We enter from the harbor and sail up the only main street in the world that accommodates ships. An off-screen narrator summarizes Curacao's history -- the colony of several European powers, its role in the slave trade, its mix of races, the native orange that produces a popular liqueur, and its near-duty-free oil refining. We see the Queen Emma Bridge and we hear about Dutch religious tolerance. (imdb)

This Traveltalks short emphasizes the Spanish heritage and the oldest permanent settlement in the United States. An ostrich alligator farm is also visited. (imdb)

Most not familiar with Alaska see it as being perpetually cold and snow covered, which is not the case the summertime. The Inside Passage to Alaska is the longest protected waterway in the world. Traveling north through the passage, this travelogue first enters the modern but small town of Seward, gateway to the interior of Alaska. One of the burgeoning industries is the raising of silver fox and mink. (imdb)

Located in the southern hemisphere, Australia is geographically about the same size as the United States. Although much of the country is sparsely populated with the country's total population about the same as that for New York City, it has many large, cosmopolitan cities. Of the total population 98% is comprised of ethnic Brits. Sydney's Bondi Beach is one of the playgrounds of Australia. A regular spectacle there is the parade of the lifeguards. (imdb)

Sitka, established just over a century ago, was the capital of what was then called New Russia, but what is now better known as Alaska. Many remnants of Russian culture and rule remain, which is interspersed with more western and native influences. Today, it is the oldest town in this region of Alaska with approximately 1,700 residents, most of who depend upon the fishing industry for their livelihood. (imdb)

The MGM short, part of James A. Fitzpatrick's Traveltalks series, takes the viewers on a tour of old New Mexico. Starting in Santa Fe, the oldest State capitol in the USA, the city existed long before European migration. It's unique architecture is its most prominent feature. There are several archaeological sites trying to date when Indian first settled in the area. Seven percent of the population are of Indian origin. (imdb)

A look at Bali, in the Dutch East Indies, 90 miles long, 45 miles wide, and home to a million people. After a quick reference to its history, we see its rice paddies, markets, and fishing. Rice is a cash crop, and the distribution of wealth, according to the narrator, is the most equal in the world. Girls dance at the temples, from age four to fourteen. Each community has its orchestra and often a popular dancer. We watch Gigi and his back-up musicians. (imdb)

A James A. FitzPatrick short in his Traveltalk series, concentrating on the ports of Algiers and Monaco in the Mediterranean. (imdb)

James A. FitzPatrick's Traveltalks invites us to Alluring Alaska.

This Traveltalks visit to Kentucky starts with a view of the Cumberland River, which flows for about 700 miles through the state. The first stop is Old Fort Harrod State Park, which has a replica of the original fort, the first permanent white settlement in the state. We then visit the grave sites of two of Kentucky's favorite sons, Henry Clay in Lexington and Daniel Boone in Frankfort. (imdb)

A Traveltalk look at the history of Haiti under 19th century ruler Henri Christophe. (imdb)

TravelTalks short takes the viewer to several popular destinations in Florida including Miami, Hialeah, the Everglades, Cypress Gardens, and Silver Springs. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry spotlights the natural beauty of the Northwestern United States. Our first stop is Mount Saint Helen's and Spirit Lake in the state of Washington. As we admire the majesty of the scene, visitors are picnicking on the shore and canoeing on the lake. These scenes were filmed many years before the volcanic mountain erupted in 1980. We then take a boat trip on the southern shore of Alaska to see the Columbia Glacier. (imdb)

This Traveltalk visit to Minnesota starts in Winona, Minnesota and follows the course of the Mississippi River north to its source in Itasca. In between we visit several cities along the way. Some of the stops are: Rochester, home of the Mayo Clinic; St. Paul, the capital, where narrator FitzPatrick shakes hands with Governor Harold E. Stassen; Hibbing, site of the world's largest open pit iron mine; Duluth, then the world's largest inland water port. (imdb)

We begin at the train station near Montana's Glacier National Park, where Blackfeet Indians meet the arriving tourists. Glacier Park, an off-screen narrator tells us, has the remnants of 60 glaciers, from three ice ages. We visit the lodge, built in Swiss style, where college students dressed in Swiss garb do the serving at the restaurant. We watch Indian dancing and a ceremony. (imdb)

The railroad across the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, located in southern Mexico, once provided a vital transportation link for shipping between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans before the Panama Canal was constructed. With the canal undergoing upgrades, the railroad is once again providing that important link. On the southern side of the isthmus is the town of Tehuantepec. Its people are a mixture of Spanish, French and native. The society is primarily a matriarchal one. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry chronicles the sights and sounds on a train ride from Veracruz to Mexico City. (imdb)

This Traveltalk entry takes viewers along the Pacific International Highway, which starts in Mexico City (not seen) and proceeds west to Acapulco. We see the Spanish colonial architecture in Morelia, the famous Popocatépetl Volcano, and Acapulco's famous cliff divers and beaches. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry visits three cities in Mexico. We start in the village of San Miguel de Allende, known for its churches. A monastery has been converted to a school of arts. The second stop is Queréaro, where a 5-mile-long aqueduct built hundreds of years ago is still functional. It was near this city that Emperor Maximilian was executed in 1867. Then it is on to Monterrey, the large industrial city whose nickname is the Pittsburgh of Mexico. (imdb)

This travelogue begins along the mighty Columbia River, which snakes it way through much of the state of Oregon's northern border and which eventually empties into the Pacific Ocean at Portland. The river passes through three dams, including Bonneville Dam, forty miles east of Portland and where fish ladders are provided for salmon returning to their spawning grounds. Further upriver, the salmon have a more difficult task of making it up Celilo Falls, a spot where many native fishermen await. (imdb)

This Traveltalk entry on Colorado begins in Colorado Springs, then proceeds to Pike's Peak. We experience a train ride over Royal Gorge and the sights along the Gunnison River. In Palisade, Colorado, we see men on stilts picking the local peach crop in order to avoid ladder damage to the fragile fruit trees. (imdb)

About an hour's drive from Salt Lake City, Utah is the ski resort of Alta, a former mining town, nestled within the Wasatch Mountains. Skiing and other winter alpine pursuits take place well into mid-spring. The relatively new ski lift is one of the longest in the western US. Some ride the lift not to ski down but to glance at the view from the 1,500 foot summit. Being the end of May, people at nearby Salt Lake are instead enjoying more summerly pursuits, such as boating. (imdb)

A tour of the arid, inhospitable region of the southern California desert known as Death Valley, originally named because of the many travelers in the 1840s who died of thirst, starvation and/or exposure trying to cross it. (imdb)

The drive from Riverside California to Phoenix Arizona is affectionately known as the Cactus Trail. The prickly pear cactus is the most common cactus variety in this area, with other cactus varieties being the saguaro - the flower from which is Arizona's state flower - and the organ pipe. Other noted plants species in the area include the slow growing Joshua tree. (imdb)

This MGM short, part of James A. Fitzpatrick's Traveltalks series starts off in Denver, capital of Colorado, the mile high city. Known as a recreational and health center, it is noted for its beautiful parks. The Museum of Natural History has specimens of local animal life. About an hour's drive from Denver on Lookout Mountain is the grave of Col. William Cody, 'Buffalo Bill', known as a scout and a plainsman. (imdb)

A tour of Salt Lake City, Utah. (imdb)

Travelogue in the MGM TravelTalks series, filmed at Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah. (imdb)

A visit to the structures built by the ancient Mayans at Chichén Itzá, on the Yucatán Peninsula. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry visits two of the most important cities on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. (imdb)

We begin at the sleepy port town of Livingstone, then journey up the Rio Dulce past forests of chicle. We stop to watch men tap the trees, harvest the sap, and load the product onto small planes. At a local market, we see indigenous life much as it's been for hundreds of years: Indians mix Catholicism with traditional practice, women live a difficult but uncomplaining life. Then it's back to the coast, to the prosperous Isla de Flores, a trading island. (imdb)

Dedicated as a park in 1919, Zion National Park, located in Utah, is considered one of the most spectacular naturally formed canyons and one of the most precious scenic possessions of the United States government. The colorful and stratified cliff walls of the canyon were once under the sea, and geologic upheaval and other natural forces created what is present today. One of the most renowned natural sites in the park is the seven hundred foot long Arch of Zion. (imdb)

Mexico City, the capital of the Republic of Mexico, has perhaps the most colorful history of any major metropolis. It was once the center of the Aztec Empire ruled by Montezuma. The National Palace of Arts, which also houses the National Theater, is one of the more spectacular of the modern buildings. The Plaza Mayor forms the most historic section of the city. Benito Juarez, the former president of the republic, is one of the most influential figures in shaping the city. (imdb)

A Traveltalk visit to Hawaii's capital city in the 1930s. (imdb)

A Traveltalks visit to some small towns in Mexico. In Mazatlán, away from the tourist spots, we see a small village where fishing, growing coconuts, and gathering large sea turtles are the main pursuits. We then visit Toluca on market day, where people sell produce and pottery. The last stop is Taxco, where the Castilian influence of the Spanish conquerors is still prevalent. (imdb)

The symbolic role of cherry blossoms in Japanese culture is explored as well as the traditional Japanese religions of Shintoism, Confuciousism, and Buddhism. (imdb)

The remote island of St. Helena, a British possession located in the south Atlantic, is perhaps best known as where Napoleon Bonaparte was exiled/imprisoned for the final six years of his life and where he died in 1821. His legacy on the island remains today, despite his body being disinterred and moved back to France in 1840. His home was at Longwood, one area of the island now ceded to the French in respect of its former resident. The island was discovered and named by the Portuguese in 1502. (imdb)

This Traveltalk series entry highlights the architecture, monuments, and tourist sites of Quebec. We also hear some of the city's history and visit the nearby Plains of Abraham. (imdb)

A Technicolor travelogue of the islands in the Indian Ocean east of Africa. (imdb)

James A. FitzPatrick's TravelTalks series takes a look at the lives and customs in New Brunswick. (imdb)

This travelogue of rural Sweden begins in the ancient walled town of Visby, located on the island of Gotland in the Baltic Sea. It once held great importance as the gateway between east and west in the commercial trading route. Today, it is known more as a tourist site highlighting its ancient glories and natural pleasures, and as an artist colony. Moving onto the mainland, the next stop is Gripshold Castle, named after its builder. (imdb)

In this Traveltalk series entry, we visit Madeira Island, the largest of the Madeira Islands group in the Atlantic Ocean. Most of the filming takes place in Funchal, the capital of the islands. There are flowers everywhere. The influence of Portuguese explorers is evident in the architecture and dress. Christopher Columbus was married here and lived on the island several years. Narrator FitzPatrick takes a ride in the local mode of transportation: a large basket sledge on wooden rails. (imdb)

A Technicolor travelogue of Sydney, Australia and its harbor. Part of MGM's "FitzPatrick Traveltalk" series. (imdb)

This MGM short, part of James A. Fitzpatrick's Traveltalk series, takes the viewer to the capital of British India, Delhi. Visits to mosques and temples are followed by a tour of the shopping district, Chandni Chowk. The streets are filled bullock carts and only a few cars. Much is made of the peaceful co-existence between Hindu and Muslim. This is followed by a visit to the Viceroy's palace in adjoining New Delhi with a taste of the pomp and majesty of Imperial India. (imdb)

A visit to one of India's oldest cities. (imdb)

A TravelTalks visit to the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition, the "World's Fair of the West," on man-made Treasure Island in San Francisco Bay. (imdb)

Amongst the sights in this TravelTalk visit to Washington State, we see Snoquality Falls, Mount Shuksan, Mount Baker volcano and Mount Rainier National Park.

Venezuela was one of the first countries in South America to break away from its Spanish colonial rule, and in spite of it remains one of the most developed countries on the continent. Much of this history is due to the great South American liberator, Simón Bolivar, with many monuments and historic sites dedicated to his memory. The country's Spanish heritage is evident in its culture and in its peoples. (imdb)

A travelogue celebrating the 1939 Golden Gate Exposition and highlighting its exhibition of classical paintings and stunning lighting effects. (imdb)

Documentary short film depicting the life, geography, and historical aspects of the nation of Colombia, focusing on life in Barranquilla. Marketplaces, fortifications, and shipping facilities are shown, and a brief précis of the derivation of the population is given. The defensive battlements of Cartagena are also described. (imdb)

This Traveltalk visit to Washington begins in the Wenatchee River valley in the central part of the state, where apples are the chief commercial crop. In Spokane, we see the Sunken Gardens (later called the John W. Duncan Gardens) in Manito Park. In Olympia, the campus of the state capitol is surrounded by flowers. At Long Beach, in the southwest corner of the state is the beginning of a sand roadbed that stretches for 27 miles. (imdb)

This MGM short, part of the James A. Fitzpatrick Traveltalks series, take you to California's Yosemite National Park. Visually spectacular, the park boasts fish-stocked lakes, horseback riding, hiking trails and first-class accommodation. There are many animals in the park including bears that are now so used to tourists in their midst that they are likely more dangerous than would normally be the case. (imdb)

This TravelTalk looks at what was then the Alaska Territory, which according to the film, was being looked at as a potential home to millions of refugees from World War II. (imdb)

Also known as Prince of Wales Island, Penang is a British colony located off the west coast of the Malay peninsula. As it is an island, many residents make their livelihood off the water, such as in fishing or port activities as it serves as both a vital link in the chain of British colonies and one of the major ports of entry into the Malay. Penang's major city and capital is George Town, with approximately 160,000 inhabitants, primarily Chinese, Malay or South Asian. (imdb)

Another entry in MGM's TravelTalks series with James A. FitzPatrick. This time out we visit Mexico, which was a popular destination for this series since it traveled there many times. This time we get to see the Bandero Monument, which was built to highlight the countries flag. Also see are Lake Chapala, Rio Grande art, music and romance. Also on hand is some pole dancing from Ancient Indians.

A Traveltalk visit to the United States Military Academy at West Point just before America's entry into World War II. It starts with a short history lesson on the area's strategic importance in the Revolutionary War. We then get a look at some of the historic buildings on the campus. New soon-to-be-cadet arrive by train on their first day. After a look at the troops in some of the training areas on the post, the film ends with cadet marching on the parade ground. (imdb)

James A. Fitzpatrick tours North Carolina by first visiting the Cataloochie Ranch near Waynesville, where the ranch hands are shown square-dancing and singing folk songs. It cuts to a visit with the many Cherokee Indian living in the state, followed by the camera showing the fields of azaleas, flowers that grow wild in many areas of this state. (imdb)

Multiple births like the Dionne Quintuplets were very rare for the 1930s. There were no popular fertility drugs at the time to cause artificial multiple births like these five girls. (imdb)

Lake Patzcuaro, located 230 miles west of Mexico City, is one of the highest and most picturesque bodies of water in Mexico. The heritage of the indigenous peoples of the area, the Tarascans, still prevails, such as the production of lacquer-ware handicrafts, and the means of hunting and fishing, the latter which uses nets shaped like large butterfly wings. Although most current day Tarascans are Roman Catholic, they have not totally abandoned their indigenous pagan gods. (imdb)

TravelTalks short exploring many of the historic and picturesque places in Massachusetts. (imdb)

This Traveltalk entry visits places along the Niagara River and gives the viewer spectacular images of Niagara Falls. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry showcases the Mexico City police department's various units as they participate in a yearly festival. Included are a marching band, a parade of patrol cars, the motorcycle unit, equestrian unit, and the department's pistol team. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry opens with views of Nevada's natural wonders, then visits a mining town and a dude ranch. The second half focuses on Reno, Nevada ("The Biggest Little City In the World"), made famous as the city where people get divorced. (imdb)

TravelTalks short looks over the South American Andes mountains, and the S.A. west coast, and Rio de Janeiro. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry begins with a short look at Arizona's Painted Desert. We then get two views of the Grand Canyon's majesty. The first is from the rim, looking down from an automobile. The second view is from within the canyon, where mules take tourists along the various trails. (imdb)

This Traveltalk visit to St. Louis, Missouri, starts with a short history lesson. We then see several of the city's architectural landmarks and the many types of vessels that travel on the Mississippi River. About four minutes (of nine) are spent at the zoological garden in Forest Park, where we see rhinoceros, giraffes, polar bears, giant pandas, and a group of trained elephants. (imdb)

This MGM short, part of the James A. Fitzpatrick Travetalk series, takes the viewer to Mackinac Island in Lake Michigan. To get there, you sail from Chicago aboard a boat such the North American where 20 hours later, the island will come into view. The French were the first Europeans to discover this region in the 17th century. About 500 people live there year round but there are several thousand in the summer months. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry focuses first on the architectural styles found in Arizona, then switches to the natural wonders in the state. After a visit to a dude ranch, the film ends with a rendition of "Home on the Range." (imdb)

This Traveltalk series entry visits various places around the United States. At the first stop, we admire the natural beauty of Crater Lake in Oregon. The next stop is the open pit copper mine at Bingham Canyon, Utah, the world's largest copper mine. We then spend several minutes in Hannibal, Missouri, the hometown of author Mark Twain. After a short visit to a log-rolling contest in Washington State, we cross the country to get a view of Washington, DC from across the Potomac River. (imdb)

This Traveltalks short starts in San Salvador, El Salvador's capital, emphasizing the Spanish architectural heritage. We then go to the Izalco Volcano, which was created in 1770 by an eruption of the Santa Ana Volcano. The focus then shifts to the country's agriculture. The two main products are coffee and henequen, a plant with tough, fibrous leaves used to make rope, baskets, and other products. (imdb)

Situated about one mile above sea level, Guatemala City, the capital of the Republic of Guatemala, is one of the most progressive cities of Central America. The just completed National Palace is the center of government and is one of the best examples of modern architecture in the region. Most of what is offered in the city in terms of amenities and services is on par with those in the more renowned cities globally. (imdb)

In this Traveltalks series entry, we visit a region in Guatemala where the native Indian tribes live like their ancestors, without using most of the benefits of modern man. They not only grow their own vegetables and catch animals to eat, they also cultivate the plants they need to weave fabrics and make natural dyes from various berries and seeds. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry looks at several landmarks and neighborhoods in New Orleans, Louisiana. Sights include the Cathedral of St. Louis, Pirate's Alley, the Old French Market, and Broussard's Restaurant. (imdb)

James A. FitzPatrick and his Traveltalks visits Australia.

This Traveltalks short visits the village of Chichicastenango, Guatemala and emphasizes the influence of the Mayan culture on its people. It shows how the residents intermingle ancient religious practices with Catholic teachings. Narrator FitzPatrick introduces, and greets on camera, Father Ildefonso Rossbach, a Catholic priest who ministers to the local population in the village and outlying areas. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry looks at the people, customs, and landmarks in Vera Cruz, the main port city of Mexico. (imdb)

In this Traveltalk short, preceded by "Visiting Vera Cruz (No.T715)" and followed by "Looking at London (No.T717)", the tireless James A. FitzPatrick follows the route laid out by the famous chain of 21 Spanish missions, begun in 1769 and extending northward for over 500 miles, from San Diego to Sonoma, California. He stops over briefly at San Luis Rey, San Juan Capistrano (to watch the Swallows) and San Juan Bautista before heading eastward to take a look at London. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry begins aboard the RMS Scythia as it exits Halifax Harbor. The Scythia is a cruise ship that was converted to a troop transport during World War II; in 1940 it carried children from Liverpool to New York as part of an evacuation program set up by the Children's Overseas Reception Board. The present voyage is among the first to carry civilian passengers from North America to the British Isles following the end of the war. (imdb)

A Traveltalks look at California focusing on the greater L.A. area. After wildflower-covered hills and valleys, there are some famous buildings in Hollywood, the Farmers Market, and churches and art at Glendale's Forest Lawn Memorial Park. (imdb)

American filibuster William Walker, with the help of Brighams, appointed himself dictator of Nicaragua, then attempted the same of Costa Rica, but was defeated and shot, for which the US paid Costa Rica an indemnity of $26,704. Costa Rica is now dedicated to improve the lives of its working citizens. This travelogue of Costa Rica, the second smallest of the American republics and which was settled by Spanish farmers. (imdb)

This Traveltalks tour concentrates on Southern California and visits locations that resemble the geography, architecture, and culture of various spots around the globe. (imdb)

In this Traveltalk look at Canada's province of Nova Scotia, we visit several coastal communities. The first stop is Lunenburg, where deep sea fishing and shipbuilding are the main industries. Other stops include Blue Rocks, where lobstering is an important source of income, and Peggy's Cove, known for its artist community. Here we meet artist Earl Bailly, who contracted polio at the age of 3 and learned to paint by holding the brush between his teeth. (imdb)

A historic view of the most scenic and beautiful places in the Canadian province of Nova Scotia. (imdb)

This episode of Traveltalks visits the State of Virginia. In 1947, agriculture was the mainstay of economy. Tobacco, molasses from cane and peanuts were the agricultural mainstays. The State capitol, Richmond, can boast the oldest legislature in the Western Hemisphere. There are many attractions including old caverns with beautiful rock displays. (imdb)

This Traveltalks visit to the Commonwealth of Virginia showcases some of its many historical sites. The first stop is Mount Vernon, where George Washington lived most of his life. We also visit the home of president Thomas Jefferson and the birthplace of Confederate general Robert E. Lee. There are also stops at Charlottesville (University of Virginia); Williamsburg, the colonial capital; and other cities. (imdb)

This Traveltalks short film explores the history, land, and people of Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia, Canada including the summer home and the final resting place of Alexander Graham Bell. (imdb)

Located in the United Kingdom, the Principality of Wales, home to 2.5 million people, is filled with rolling mountains, and green valleys. Because of its culture and language, it is unique within the UK. Much of the economy is based on small independent farms, but also includes coal and slate mining. Its many castles - including Caernarfon and Conwy - comprise its most famous built landmarks. (imdb)

This Traveltalks visit to Chicago looks at some hotels known for their evening entertainment and for the rich and famous people who come to their dining rooms. Featured are the Walnut Room of the Bismarck Hotel, the Ambassador Hotel's Pump Room, and the boardwalk at the Edgewater Beach Hotel. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry visits British institutions of higher learning at Cambridge, Oxford, and Eton. (imdb)

This Traveltalk look at the province of Ontario begins in Ottawa, Canada's capital, then proceeds to Algonquin Park, Toronto, and Niagara Falls. (imdb)

This Traveltalk on Michigan begins with a look at the state's major educational institutions, which started as agricultural schools. We then visit the fish hatcheries at Grayling, which are used to keep the state's numerous lakes and rivers well stocked. After a short look at Detroit, the car capital of the world, we spend several minutes at Greenfield Village, founded in 1929 by automobile magnate Henry Ford. (imdb)

This Traveltalk visits several popular vacation spots in Michigan. Among them are Saugatuck, which hosts a school for artists during the summer; Zeeland, where descendants of Dutch settlers perform traditional Dutch dances wearing wooden shoes; the Silver Lake sand dunes, where specially outfitted cars race; and Colon, "The Magic Capitol of the World," which hosts an annual gathering of magicians. (imdb)

A sightseeing tour of southern Québec Province. (imdb)

A Traveltalk look at the landscapes and architecture of Northern Ireland. (imdb)

James A. Fitzpatrick and his cameramen visit several points of interest in England, including the port of Liverpool; war-destruction at Coventry; the historic Warwick Castle; and Stratford-on-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare.

The first half of this Traveltalks visit to the southwestern region of the United Kingdom is spent in the Cotswold Hills area. We see many examples of the stone architecture for which this region is justly famous. There is even a miniature village built to look like one might have looked centuries ago. We take a ride on the Wye River and see the many types of boats used. After a visit to Tintern Abbey in Wales, its off to Laycock Abbey in Wiltshire, England. (imdb)

In this Traveltalks visit to Scotland, we visit several places with familiar names, including Inverness, capital of the ancient Pictish Kingdom; Loch Ness, home of the famous elusive monster; and Saint Andrews, the birthplace of golf. (imdb)

The "land of tradition" referred to in the title of this Traveltalks series entry is England. The first place we visit is Runnymede, the water meadow in southeast England where King John is believed to have signed the Magna Carta in the year 1215. Next is Windsor Castle, one of the principal residences of the British monarch, and the town of Windsor. Another British tradition is horse racing at the Ascot Racecourse, where we see the ladies in the latest fashions and track bookmakers taking bets. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry visits four villages in the Netherlands. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry highlights rural areas of England. The narrator tells us that after World War Two, England launched a national effort to turn more of its land to agriculture. The amount of acreage was increased from two million to eight million, and the amount of food imports has decreased from one-half to less than one-third of the total supply. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry roams through the northern end of Michigan's Lower Peninsula and makes a short visit to the Upper Peninsula. We start with a ride in a dune buggy on the Sleeping Bear sand dunes. Then it's on to Traverse City, the cherry capital of the world. In Harrison, we visit with Spikehorn Meyer, who lives with the bears that roam freely on his large natural preserve. Our visit ends with a look at Mackinac Island and Sault Ste. Marie, with emphasis on water sports. (imdb)

The first half of this Traveltalk entry (4-1/2 minutes) is spent in the town of Bath, where we learn about the long history and architecture of the area. We then go to the coastal resort towns of Teignmouth and Torquay. (imdb)

This Traveltalks series entry visits several locations in the Lake Country of northern England. The first stop is Lake Windermere, the largest lake in England. Hawkshead, the second stop, is known for its connection to poet 'William Wordsworth', who is buried there. Next is a vacation resort on the shore of Morecambe Bay. The final destination is the ancient city of York, where we see the ruins of St. Mary's Abbey. (imdb)

This TravelTalks entry takes us to Edinburgh, Scotland where 500,000 people currently call home. We learn that religion, science and the arts are the most important thing here and we get to see various historic sites including Edinburgh Castle. The majority of this short comes off more like a history lesson of poet Robert Burns who is best remembered for "Auld Lang Syne", which we get to hear a part of at the end of the movie. (imdb)

This Traveltalks short visits cities and towns along the Thames River. It begins in London, with views of Cleopatra's Needle and the Tower Bridge. We then visit the Trout Inn at Oxford, a favorite gathering place for students at the university. After a short look at Eton, it's off to Henley-on-Thames and the world-famous regatta. (imdb)

Part of James A. Fitzpatrick's People on Parade series, this MGM short takes the viewer to Alexandria, Egypt. With emphasis on the modern nature of the city, the band of the University of Alexandria is showcased while people sit in the courtyard of a new hotel. Soccer is the most popular sport and the two major universities have a total of 20,000 students, including women. The film concludes with songs from the police marching band and the many British traditions held over from an earlier time. (imdb)

This traveltalks entry concentrates on Holland's historical relationship with its main industry: growing tulips. The country's windmills are also highlighted. (imdb)

This Traveltalks visit to Holland spotlights The Hague and two smaller tourist destinations. We learn that the economy of Holland, which for many centuries has been based on fishing and the growing of tulips, is slowly changing to an agricultural base. (imdb)

A visit to Athens, Greece and the island of Rhodes. (imdb)

This Traveltalks short film explores several places along the French Riviera. (imdb)

A visit to the city of Algiers in Algeria, and to the cities of Casablanca, Rabat, and Marrakesh in Morocco. (imdb)

This Travel Talks short focuses on the ancient ruins in Rome, the leaning tower of Pisa, and the architecture in Florence, Italy. (imdb)

Part of the James A. Fitzpatrick Traveltalks series, this MGM short starts in the capital Buenos Aires, visiting its shopping area, the Cavanaugh building, historical homes and a we see a funeral procession. There is miniature sailboat racing, miniature animal racing and real gorse racing in the local parks. Private clubs are popular for recreation, particularly yacht clubs. In the countryside, raising beef and commercial fishing are mainstays. (imdb)

We start in Rio de Janeiro, with the statue of Cristo Redentor on Mount Corcovado, the avenue along the beach, the beauty of an historic city, and the landmark, Sugarloaf. Brazil's 47 million people celebrate racial diversity. From the Copacabana, we travel 40 miles to a resort, Quitandinha, where President Truman spoke. Then it's on to Sao Paolo, a modern, industrial city, and finally to the spectacular waterfalls of Iguazu on the border between Brazil and Argentina. (imdb)

This Traveltalks visit to New Zealand starts in Auckland, a bustling, modern city. We see scenes of the downtown area with lots of automobile traffic and streetcars. Next is Christchurch, home of Canterbury University, where rowing teams participate in a regatta. Nearby is Lake Wakatipu, which inspires artists to put their impressions on canvas. We then visit Rotorua, a city famous for its geysers, hot springs, bubbling mud pools, and other geothermal activity. (imdb)

The Andes Mountains travel the western side of South America. Unlike many other mountain ranges of their altitude, the Andes do support human life on their high altitude slopes. Modern life is slowly making its way to the high altitude Andes, but the natives for the most part continue with the traditional ways of their ancestors, growing limited crops such as beans and potatoes - where the crop originated - raising sheep and pigs, and living in crude huts. (imdb)

A brief but colorful travelogue of India's biggest cities following the partition of the country in 1947 at the end of the British Raj. (imdb)

This travelogue of Canada's Jasper National Park starts with a visit to the totem pole in the town, then to Lac Beauvert and the park's lodge and bungalows, where more than 600 guests enjoy golf, swimming and scenery. Within the park are the Canadian Rockies' highest summit, largest glaciers, greatest ice fields, and deepest canyons. After a lesson about feeding bears, we tour the vast park: Pyramid Lake and Pyramid Mountain, Mount Edith Cavell and Angel Glacier. (imdb)

In this travelogue of Ceylon, the first stop is Colombo, the capital and chief seaport of this island nation. A lighthouse at the end of the main street is the chief landmark. The port is filled with a mixture of modern vessels and traditional man propelled vessels. A short train ride from Colombo is Mount Lavinia, one of the country's most popular pleasure resorts. The next stop is the Peradeniya Gardens, the highlight of which is a magnificent avenue of majestic royal palms. (imdb)

Traveltalks creator James A. FitzPatrick visits a few locations where the centuries-old traditions of ancient India are kept alive in contemporary times. (imdb)

This TravelTalks gives a glimpse into South African history, albeit from a white person's viewpoint. It starts out looking at the administration building and FitzPatrick tells how South Africa is a union of 4 separate states: the Transvaal, the Orange Free State, Natal, and the Cape Provence.

This Traveltalks short explores attractions in two South African cities including floral gardens and a rare liger at the zoo in Bloemfontein (Fountain of Flowers in English) and the diamond trade in Kimberly, diamond capital of the world. (imdb)

This Traveltalk visit begins with a short, panoramic view of Cape Town, the legislative capital of South Africa. We then go to Table Mountain, south of the city, and take a tram ride up the mountain and back down. From high above the city, riders can appreciate the many geographic features of the area. In downtown Cape Town, there appear to be no rules for pedestrians to follow when crossing the street. Old and new architectural styles can be seen in adjacent buildings. (imdb)

The ugly duckling of the title is 'Hans Christian Andersen (I)', the author who wrote fairy tales that still delight readers today. This Traveltalks entry tells the story of Andersen's life. We visit the city of his birth and journey to other places important in his life. (imdb)

This Traveltalk short discusses how Johannesburg began as a farming community, but with the discovery of gold in the area, the city embraced mining as its primary industry. Native workers came to the area to train to be miners, and even after their work in the mines ended, many decided to remain in Johannesburg. The natives' music and dance are highlights. (imdb)

This travelogue begins with the vast agricultural wealth of the country, whose farmers can produce four times the amount required to feed the country's population. As such, the export of these agricultural products is a vital part of the country's economy. This agricultural tradition extends to its food consumption, as Denmark's vast array of open faced sandwiches is world renowned. It also extends to flower production and the Dane's love of flowers, which are sold in public markets. (imdb)

This travelogue emphasizes Copenhagen's harmonious residents and tone. It's a city where many bicycle to work. We see well-known landmarks and get a quick history of some of them, we visit the fish market and note the women's traditional dress, we learn of the city's name (merchants' harbor) and the importance of Bishop Absalon and King Christian IV, we celebrate the bravery of the palace guard during the Nazi invasion, and conclude with a day and night visit to Tivoli Garden. (imdb)

This Traveltalks entry looks at four of Spain's most famous cities, with an emphasis on the Moors and their influence on the country. (imdb)

This Traveltalks series entry takes a trip on the Rhine river, with stops at Cologne, Bonn, and Koblenz. (imdb)

This quick look at Lisbon begins with aerial footage of the port city as the off-screen narrator provides some history of a seafaring, colonizing nation, of destructive earthquakes, and of contemporary construction. Then it's on to famous buildings and monuments, a look at female fishmongers who ply neighborhoods with baskets of fish on their heads, a survey of two nearby resort areas, watching a town's annual running of the bulls, and a visit to a bullfight, where the bulls are not killed. (imdb)

The third of three different travelogues James A. FitzPatrick mined from Hone Glendinning's photography in late 1953 and early 1954. Lots of shots of the Berlin Zoo, churches and streets comparing old and new sections. (imdb)

The Union of Socialist Soviet Republics (USSR) is the largest geographically unbroken political unit in the world, covering one-sixth of the world's land mass. The people are a determined lot, stemming from the memory of breaking free from czarist rule and the emerging Soviet regime going through its growing pains. The Communist government's regulations do not allow for profit, and everything is owned and controlled by the state.

This early entry in James A. Fitzpatrick's TravelTalks series takes us to Bombay, which we're told is the gateway to India.

This Traveltalk series short visits Papua and Kalabahai.

A James A. FitzPatrick travelogue of Iceland.

James A. FitzPatrick takes a look at the continent of Africa.