DOI A Nation-Wide System of Parks 1939_Civilian Conservation Corps

By Wetland and Aquatic Research Center 1939 (approx.)

a historical image showing a line of young men in the Civilian Conservation Corps with a large wooden cabin and woods in the background

Detailed Description

This Department of Interior film from 1939 examines the origins of the Civilian Conservation Corps and profiles various accomplishments of the group in helping to build our nation’s parks. A still from the film shows young men who have volunteered for the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) men.

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

Still image taken from 1939 DOI film: SCVTV.com | U.S. Dept. of Interior: A Nation-Wide System of Parks (1939)