For hundreds of years it was the longest road in North America, traversing vast uninhabited territories, followed by conquistadors, native peoples, settlers, armies, merchants, and outlaws. The Camino Real was a road used for 300 years for communication between Mexico and new Mexico. Much of the video is of an archeologist walking on the road and commenting on the difficulties of travel and on artifacts that he has found. Geography of the Mid-Atlantic States SVE VHS 15 min. After a scenic overview, maps present the region and key features.
Maps illustrate the climate of the region.
Yet there is the variety of farms, mountains, and shore in this region. A Teacher's Manual is included. Geography of the Mountain States SVE VHS 16 min. P,I,J,H The Rocky Mountains unites this region and its rain shadow affects the climate. The video discuss mining, ranching, and the importance of wilderness areas and Indian reservations.