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Louisbourg
1972
20 min
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The Fortress of Louisbourg, a historic landmark on the Atlantic shore of Cape Breton Island, was originally built by King Louis XV to protect French possessions in the New World during the French colonial era. Its restoration is considered to be the biggest archaeological dig in North America. This film gives a detailed account of what was involved in the reconstruction and refurbishing.
The Fortress of Louisbourg, a historic landmark on the Atlantic shore of Cape Breton Island, was originally built by King Louis XV to protect French possessions in the New World during the French colonial era. Its restoration is considered to be the biggest archaeological dig in North America. This film gives a detailed account of what was involved in the reconstruction and refurbishing.
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directorAlbert Kish
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producerTom Daly
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commentaryDonald Winkler
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cameraEugene Boyko
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editingAlbert KishJohn Kramer
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sound editingBill Graziadei
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re-recordingMichel Descombes
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musicAlain Clavier