How to Make a Watch - Illinois Watch Company 1922 video

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Movie

Age Group:

Everyone

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Illinois used to have several watch factories within the state. In 1922, the Illinois Watch Company, located in Springfield, put together a video showing the entire process of assembling a wrist or pocket watch.  It was a fascinating process to produce that tiny instrument designed to keep our country running 'on time'.