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John Cabot: A Man of the Renaissance

1964 28 min
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This short film documents John Cabot's quest to discover a westward route across the sea to the Orient in 15th-century Europe. The resulting story is one that explores the geography of the Renaissance world as well as its social and intellectual character.

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John Cabot: A Man of the Renaissance
  • The History Makers
    The History Makers
    1959 - 1964 3 editions
    From the most intrepid explorers to the fathers of Confederation, this series of 17 half-hour episodes tells the compelling early history of our great country.

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This short film documents John Cabot's quest to discover a westward route across the sea to the Orient in 15th-century Europe. The resulting story is one that explores the geography of the Renaissance world as well as its social and intellectual character.
History - Canada - Pre-1867 History All subjects
  • director
    Morten Parker
  • script
    Morten Parker
  • executive producer
    Guy Glover
  • photography
    Denis Gillson
  • sound
    Leo O'Donnell
    George Croll
  • editing
    Dennis Sawyer
  • sound editing
    Sidney Pearson
  • cast
    Ivor Barry
    Powys Thomas
    John Vernon

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Ages 12 to 17
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Guide 1
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History - Early Colonization/Settlement
Students should have some background knowledge of John Cabot before viewing this film so they are able to understand his mission. After the film, have a discussion and compare Christopher Columbus' voyage with that of John Cabot. Were they both seeking the same thing?
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