Trans Canada Summer

Trans Canada Summer

Trans Canada Summer

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Trans Canada Summer

1958

0h 56m

10.0(1 votes)

Documentary

Overview

The camera traces the Trans-Canada Highway, unveiling Canada's people, resources, and diverse geography from east to west. It showcases remarkable engineering accomplishments integral to constructing the highway.

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ONF | NFB

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1 member

Acting

Pierre Berton

Narrator

Pierre Berton

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