STORIES OF VETERANS AND IMMIGRANTS
HF 1999 Article 4 Sec. 2 Subd. 6 (e) Public Television. $5,000,000 the first year and $4,500,000 the second year are to the Minnesota Public Television Association for production and acquisition grants according to Minnesota Statutes, section 129D.18. Of the amount in the first year, $1,000,000 is for producing Minnesota military and veterans’ history stories and unique immigrant stories from around the state.
Cold War Secrets of Northern Minnesota
Premiere Date: In Production Format: 1 x 60-minute documentary
Description
Cold War Secrets of Northern Minnesota is a one-hour broadcast documentary. At the height of the Cold War, northern Minnesota found itself on the front lines of this global conflict. To reach America’s heartland, the Soviet Union had to fly over the North Pole and through our airspace. In Cold War Secrets of Northern Minnesota , you’ll meet Cold War heroes like Ray Klosowski, Jim Chapman, and Ronald Hein. You’ll visit military sites in Duluth, French River, and Finland. And you’ll learn how the constant threat of nuclear annihilation affected everyone in northern Minnesota, America, and the world.
Impact
Cold War Secrets of Northern Minnesota will deeply impact Northern Minnesota communities by fostering pride in the region’s unique role in national defense history. It enhances historical awareness and offers valuable educational resources for schools and museums, helping future generations connect with the past. The documentary might also boost local tourism by drawing history enthusiasts to sites like Duluth, French River, and Finland. Featuring local veterans’ stories, it creates opportunities to honor and recognize their contributions, strengthening community bonds. By placing local history within a global context, the project encourages thoughtful community dialogue on international relations and security, connecting Minnesota’s history to broader world events.
Events and Engagement
There will be a premiere event on Veteran’s Day, November 11 th , during a ceremony at the Duluth Depot. Filmmaker Mike Scholz and key figure in the doc Ray Klosowski will do a presentation of a portion of the documentary followed by a Q&A session.
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