The Seesaw and the Shoes(1945)
11 min · Drama, Documentary, History · Directed by Douglas Foster
Released
NRThis short shows how two objects led to important discoveries. Children playing with a seesaw inspire French physician Rene Laennec to invent the stethoscope, and a pair of shoes made of caoutchouc lead Charles Goodyear to discover the process for vulcanizing rubber.
Where to watch
Not available to stream, rent, or buy in the US yet.
US release dates
- Theatrical
- May 5, 1945
