Next, as travel for Many Americans is limited or a most impossible, we invite you to america. Lm discover the aerial trip across the u. S. Supported the johnson initiative about highlighting natural and manmade attractions from coasttocoast. Narrator an invitation to discovery beckons from each shoreline of this land, the most diverse upon our planet. So it looked to norsemen who, in ships with dragon prows, discovered the vinland of the year 1000. So it looked to dutchmen who, in weathered galleons, discovered these palisades and founded the settlement of new amsterdam. They made a purchase for an island and bowled upon their village green. The Bowling Green remains today. But time has brought a change. Among the myriad changes, one of the most dramatic is our modern way of travel. The airplane gives visitors from overseas and americans alike a means to answer the invitation to discover america by air. [chatter] [indiscernible radio chatter] narrator it is our plan now to take you on a most remarkable voyage. A flight on which youll glide over wonderlands from historical new england to the islands of hawaii. Lets begin our voyage where pilgrim fathers dug deep into the shores of freedom. A monument in provincetown remembers them beside the foaming sea, where lobster pots to gay headoint in nantucket. Before whaling days, there was boston. It is still a fascinating place for travelers to see. Look there at faneuil hall, cradle of liberty. And there, see bunker hill, where early americans stood ground and fought for freedom. Nearby, discover the frigate constitution, a ship that bravely fought a later war. And here, the boston common. You still can stroll beside the trenches dug for the war of independence. Next on to concord. A minuteman now stands where onceembattled farmers stood and fired the shot heard round the world. For them the poet walt whitman spoke, i speak the sign of democracy, by god. I will accept nothing which all cannot have their counterpart of on the same terms. On travelers wings we bridge the miles from concord to manhattan. [rousing music] miss liberty, hostess to the world. Her torch has been a symbol through the years for visitors who seek discovery in this great land. New york city. For many of whose millions Washington Square contains a private arch of triumph. Here, United Nations meet to talk of problems of the world. Manhattan is itself a world of people. While others, visitors like ourselves, are awed by skytall buildings and this world within a world. Beyond the towers dreams central park. It hides a castle, a zoo, a shell for music, a palace for art, an emerald on an isle of rock. About new york, walt whitman said these words, an island 16 miles long, solid founded, numberless streets, vehicles, broadway, the women, the shops and shows, city of spires and masks, my city. [rushing water] niagara. Two million visitors a year. The earth trembles beneath them at the brink. [music builds] not all are honeymooners. Most come to view the wondrous work of nature and then go on to see the sights that western new york state can offer. The great lakes wash at the feet of many cities as milwaukee, detroit. This ones cleveland on ohios rim. It has a thumbprint as all cities leave their thumbprints across the nation. Ringed by parks, it has besides a lakeside stadium, museums, and , a famous symphony. At waters edge huge oar boats unload their holds. These cargos, men will forge to steel. [missionary theres steel in pittsburgh , too. And where the allegheny and the monongahela meet to form the ohio river, there lies a golden triangle. And just beyond skyscraper of , a learning, the university of pittsburgh. The state of pennsylvania is not all steel and gold. You can discover quiet amish country. Here, history still writes with a quill pen. Theres also philadelphia, where william penn looks down upon his quaker city. It likewise was the home of good ben franklin, and is the sight of Independence Hall wherein is housed the bell of liberty. [gentle music] here, discover a museum thats one of our nations richest jewels. A little further on, we see an area rich in the beginning of our history, jamestown, where on the new continent the First PermanentEnglish Settlement began. Not far away, discover yorktown. Here when the great cornwallis gave up his sword to washington, america became a nation. [gunfire] here, too, were ended many lives when american patriots fell in our great civil war. [somber music] good men were lost in that dread gave painful beginning to our conflict, which gave painful beginning to our modern nation. In washington, there echoes still abe lincolns solemn pledge that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain, that this nation under god shall have a new birth of freedom, and that government of the people and by the people, for the people shall not perish from the earth. It has not perished, nor has liberty, as Thomas Jefferson reminds us, whose rights are nourished with the blood of patriots. Many who have nourished the tree have been memorialized beside the quiet potomac. Brave soldiers, some are known, some unknown. Further along the potomac, a goal of tourists for over four generations, lies peaceful mount vernon, a gentlemans estate, a quiet shrine. It is best described by the man who lived there, no estate in United America is more pleasantly situated than this. And now, gaze down at williamsburg, a town begun 100 years before George Washington was born. Its Capital Building still seems new. A million visitors a year come to see the 18th century Colonial Village as it looks restored. But we cannot linger. Theres so much more to see. [rousing music] theres shenandoah, and vistas down the blue ridge along its skyline trail. And suddenly when least expected, the great far west of north carolina. You reach this gunfight on a mountain top by coming up a sky ride almost a mile long. And down to skin the hay again past the wondrous great smokies. Around the bend in gleaming sunlight, discover atlanta, gateway city to the south, a lively city full of sports, fine foods and lovely southern belles. But city sights lose scale for us when matched against wild natures drama. Behold stone mountain. Man, as always leaves his mark , and the great high dome has left the flags that signify our 13 colonies. By jet stream now we fly to gulf stream. St. Augustine in florida, where stands the oldest house in the oldest town of all the oldest towns. Here, too, we find ancient stones of old castillo de san marcos, spanish forces from a banished time. Nearby, the spot where centuries past, once Ponce De Leon would stand to seek a magic fountain of eternal youth. And now today we still go there to seek for youth, and we find it, too. And much more that glitters in the sun. Richest sand pile in the world, miami beach. [rousing music swells] all along the gulf, adventure invites the traveler to find more. Along past tampa bay, along a curve past old st. Petersburg and tarpon springs. On, glide on to hear st. Louies bell. [bell tolls] that is Jackson Square in gracious new orleans. [bell tolling] and right down there is bourbon street. [horses galloping] along these iron balconies have echoed to the sound, the joys and the sorrows of good marching jazz. [jazz playing] in cloistered gardens, discover gourmet meals that no one could forget. [chatter] and down the width of great canal street sends up memories of the mardi gras, sweet praline, spicy gumbo. Then at the foot, the riverboat, another charming new orleans touch. [march music] jazz and the Mississippi River boats took long to travel to the north. Today, on wings, its merely hours. Down there, discover a gracious mansion protected by the arms of trees. Do not linger. Soar on up river and leave behind the names of natchez, of vicksburg and of memphis, each name remembered in some tale or song. Glide beyond cairo toward st. Louis. Then on, above mark twains own hannibal, and fast on wings that flash across old illinois, abe lincolns land. We have a most dramatic goal ahead, chicago. [intense orchestral music] art galleries, museums, zoos, night clubs and the windy outer drive. These towers are a novel landmark, not far from the quaint old town. The Merchandise Mart contributes to chicagos reputation as convention city. This is a city of towers. Sometimes with a little house and garden on the top. [intense musical buildup] behind glitters chicagos famous gold coast. Weary for the moment of cities, then simply rise above them. Go west and north. Again on wings. [wistful music] now, how about a world of sweet, fresh mornings and tens of thousands of lakes of minnesota and wisconsin . Theres muskies, bluegills, bass and pike. Trails through the forests that lead to deer, a nature lovers paradise for sure. Next on past sunny iowa where fields are rich with corn and wheat. And on we go past omaha, gateway city to the plains. Nebraska beckoned. Men went west, then still they go, leaving wagon ruts, a road, or a trail in the sky. In this mountain heartland, realm of yeararound sports, discover denver, mile high jewel in the rockies crown. And this range that divides the waters of the continent, all around are National Parks with glaciers defrosting and sapphire lakes for prizes. Down there too are trees and trails with animals, both wild and tame. In a canyon near durango, an iron horse still travels through the west. [train whistle] [rousing music] the fantastic west. Endless variety. Ski slopes and dude ranches, sagebrush and pine trees, canyons, cliffs. The ruins of a sun temple. Music] use it in a [ghostly music] mysterious Cliff Dwellings tucked behind the ledges lining mesa verde. The ancient indians left behind them nothing more than empty shells. But you may discover a navajo or hopi village of today placed in secret in the land of prehistoric gods near lonely beauty. Monument valley. In this jet age, a few short hours could take you down those Indian Trails that lead to mighty texas. Behind Glen Canyon Dam lies more than 100 miles of enchanted lake. [gentle music] this is lake powell. Until a handful of years ago, one of the most inaccessible areas on the continent. And sparkling blue that lies beneath a martian landscape, water lovers there can race their boats and soak up sun. [boat engines roaring] today, lake powell is a favorite discovery for those who like to wander off the beaten track. [soft music] behold great rainbow bridge, carved by water, wind and years. It stands in silence, a memorial to a timeless land. But we upon the wing use time to discover space, and so reach for another kind of vista. [[singing]] salt lake city. Beside the temples spires, there is the salt lake mormon tabernacle. The acoustics here are worldrenowned. So is the famous choir. [mormon tabernacle choir singing] on wings of discovery now to a most amazing panorama spread by nature, the grand canyon of the colorado. [mormon tabernacle choir singing] the grand canyon is not all a wild abyss. When youre overawed enough, you rest yourself and look another day. At the far end of the canyon, a lake called mead. If youre a swimmer or a water skier, heres heaven enough. Discover now las vegas, a gleaming world of golf and food and palaces. The signs begin to flash a message to the moon. [intense percussive music] for family fun, a place that scarcely needs discovery, its disneyland. [cheerful arcade music] there are things to do and things to see. There are friends to meet and rides to take. And more to see and more to do. Fabulous disneyland is fun for all. [ship whistle] and next, a harbor town. Its san diego. Snug haven for the vessels of our navy. And then a haven of another sort, a realm of beasts that roam uncaged within the famous zoo. [animal sounds] northward a little along the california coast, glide over quiet ruins, an early mission. [bell tolls] swallows are not the only ones to return again to make their vows at san juan capistrano. Now past Newport Beach where you can bask on warm and sunny sands. Try a swim or try a sail. [rousing music] between balboa and Newport Beach are registered 8,000 boats. But cars down there defy all numbering. Los angeles, television and Motion Picture capital of the world. It starts one end of el camino real, a royal road of spanish kings. Here, music lovers lately find their way. Splendid gem, the music center. [marching music begins] this is san simeon, an uncompleted masterpiece thats home for 50 million worth of art. The treasures ransomed from the corners of the earth. The pool is grecian and the water warm. The coastline twists and turns in eagerness to lead us to green monterey. [ocean waves] these famous california seals know a good thing when they see it, maintain an outpost not too far from carmel by the sea. Tahoe, a border lake between two states. A california and nevada tourist target. It draws the sportsmen to its beaches and its woods. Beyond there are renos casinos, too. Up in oregon, skiers love mount hood, which overlooks the Columbia River gorge. On one shore fertile oregon, the other shore, majestic washington. There are no salmon like columbia salmon. Few wilderness areas are its peer. And always mountains. Mount rainer holds the city of tacoma at its peak. Nearby, seattle points aloft its space needle. And invites all visitors to ride its speedy monorail. [soft music] tourists here are eager for the everchanging beauties of dreamy puget sound. There are many diversions in this northwest. Glide down on wings to oregon coast and here discover picnic havens, sheltered beaches and the like. Out there, the boundless ocean. And close by in bold signature, the rocks. Drink in ecola park in oregon. From here, by air in minutes, you can behold the peaceful blue of crater lake. Its cold, deep waters cradled in the volcano of the past. And now we move on to that domain where redwood monarchs hold their court. Big trees, tallest, oldest of all the living things on earth. Some have endured for 40 centuries. Their seedlings sought the sun before there was an athens, before there was a rome, and while the pyramids of egypt still were new. It has been said of california , if here you cannot find the thing you want, it cant exist. But San Francisco is a dream that does. Fishermans wharf. Some are here because they love to fish, the others love to eat. Telegraph hill was once a signal hill for ships. The modern tower performs its work today by luring travelers up to see the sights. [cheerful orchestral music] San Francisco is unique. It is a world in miniature with specialties all its own. It names its park for sacred golden gate. There is a buddha there, and many more in chinatown, where lai po greets the guests and incense sends the news to heaven. The cable cars are San Franciscos own. No trip is complete until you ride them up the hills and down. Sophisticates and simple folk, we all can love this friendly city. The seven hills of San Francisco possess a special charm. From here, theres one more discovery to make. Swing wide the golden gate. Soar west across the peaceful blue pacific to reach our fair and 50th state, hawaii. [island music plays] theres a little bit of all the fun you like. Theres waikiki and other beaches. Sundown suppers aboard a sleek and silent catamaran. And fish for those who like to match their strength for strength. Hop across historic nuanupali to discover magic coasts and friendly towns. There is polynesian village life to see. Find golf and pools and Luxury Hotels on all the varied isles. The enchanted isles bearing enchanting names. Oahu, with waikiki, kauai, molokai, maui, and the big island, hawaii. The scenes that range from sunbaked canyons to rain forests cool and verdant. [gentle music] coastlines are a fantasy of blue and green and white. Scenery can be velvet smooth, and sweet. All left over from a past where giant volcanoes reared and roared. [brooding music] not all volcanoes are asleep. You can today see smoldering craters where the fire goddess pele lived. Seek what you want, and youll find it. The islands are all modern edens with crescent beaches of pure , gold, or beaches as black as black as ebony, where trade winds send an invitation to a memory. Hawaii is yours, and so on wings is all america. All awaiting your discovery. Discover america. [stravinskys the firebird finale] announcer according to the book countercola a multinational history of the global corporation, the 1959 cocacola travel film Wonderful World was translated into nine languages and some 2,000 prints were distributed to be shown for free. Next on reel america cokes visit to continents, as th