DocumentaryHistoryTV MovieHD1h 47m2003enReleased

Horatio's Drive: America's First Road Trip

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Overview

In the spring of 1903, on a whim and a fifty-dollar bet, Dr. Horatio Nelson Jackson set off from San Francisco in a 20-horsepower Winton touring car hoping to become the first person to cross the United States in the new-fangled "horseless carriage." Most people doubted that the automobile had much of a future. Jackson's trip would prove them wrong.

Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details

Who directed Horatio's Drive: America's First Road Trip?

Horatio's Drive: America's First Road Trip was directed by Ken Burns.

Where was Horatio's Drive: America's First Road Trip produced?

It was produced by companies including Florentine Films, american lives ii film project in United States of America.

Horatio's Drive: America's First Road Trip Ending Explained & Trivia

The ending of Horatio's Drive: America's First Road Trip wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.

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Production

Florentine Films
Florentine Films
american lives ii film project
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