Peter Graves

Peter Graves

Acting

March 18, 1926 — March 14, 2010
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
97 movies

Biography

Peter Graves (born Peter Duesler Aurness; March 18, 1926 – March 14, 2010) was an American actor. While growing up in Minnesota, he excelled at sports and music (as a saxophonist), and by age 16, he was a radio announcer at WMIN in Minneapolis. After two years in the United States Air Force, he studied drama at the University of Minnesota and then headed to Hollywood, where he first appeared on television and later made his film debut in Rogue River (1951). Numerous film appearances followed, es...

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America on the Move 1876-2000
10.0

Two complete documentaries exploring more than a century of invention innovation transportation and transformation. Featuring interviews and fascinating archival footage, highlights many of the Smithsonian's priceless artifacts-from an actual piece of Route 66 that visitors can walk on to a full-sized steam locomotive and the interior of a Mississippi riverboat as well as a jaw-dropping showroom of authentic classic automobiles. Using advanced multimedia technology and innovative theatrical design AMERICA ON THE MOVE is an unforgettable experience that brings to life the pivotal role transportation has played in our nation's business social and cultural growth. Interviews with former workers and family members point out Henry Ford's genius and eccentricities while historians trace the career of this industrial giant from his first hand-built car to the V-8 that saved his company from bankruptcy. Captures the essence of one man who more than any other changed the way we move.

America on the Move 1876-2000

2003
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