Hand In Hand (1946)

The film emphasizes the importance of teamwork and unity, drawing parallels between a great orchestra and the democratic nation of the United States. It highlights the role of the American Junior Red Cross in instilling these values in school children by engaging them in various community service activities. Through earning money to help war-affected children, creating correspondence albums for global understanding, participating in nutrition and home nursing courses, and supporting wartime efforts with art and woodworking projects, the Junior Red Cross fosters responsibility, cooperation, and citizenship. The film concludes by emphasizing the partnership between the Junior and Senior Red Cross members, showcasing their collective strength in working towards a better future in both war and peace. We digitized and uploaded this film from the A/V Geeks 16mm Archive. Email us at footage@avgeeks.com if you have questions about the footage and are interested in using it in your project.