Twenty Mule Team

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Approx. 50 Minutes

This is the story of the Twenty Mule Team, the men who made it work and how it became an American icon. In the 19th century, from the heart of Death Valley across the rugged Mojave Desert, Men, mules and wagons made their way to move industry forward. Later the Twenty Mule Team became an advertising image and media star. From its practical use in Death Valley to its appearances at World’s Fairs, parades, and on laundry products in nearly every home in the nation, the Twenty Mule Team became a part of American culture. This film explores the practical operation of the Twenty Mule Team, follows its path through Death Valley and reveals its rise to fame. Using spectacular, original color film footage, archival film and photographs as well as reenactments, this documentary brings to life the Twenty Mule Team of Death Valley.

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