Nudge Film
Mr. Whitney Had a Notion

Mr. Whitney Had a Notion

1949· Directed by Gerald Mayer★ 6.3 (3 votes)·11 min
History

Historical short showing how Eli Whitney (best known for the invention of the cotton gin) played a significant role in the introduction of mass production techniques to the USA in the late 18th century.

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Lloyd Bridgesas Eli WhitneyErville Aldersonas Thomas JeffersonJohn Nesbittas Narrator (voice)Howard Negleyas Military Committee Man (as Howard J. Negley)Harry Haydenas Senatorial Committee ManMitchell Lewisas Eli Whitney's Workman