Esquimaux Game Of Snap-The-Whip (1901 Original Black & White Film)

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Watch a fascinating glimpse into the past with this black and white film from 1901! 🎥 Step back in time as you witness a unique game of skill performed by two participants using whips. 🏳️‍🌈 See the Esquimaux showcasing their expertise in picking nickels from cracks in a board with their dog whips. 🐕 Don't miss the background featuring one of their traditional "Topeks," a sealskin tent used during their short summer.

Source :
Porter, E. S., White, J. H., Thomas A. Edison, I. & Paper Print Collection. (1901) Esquimaux Game of Snap-The-Whip. United States: Thomas A. Edison, Inc. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/00694349

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