This Rare Footage In The 1940s Shows Rhode Island Like You've Never Seen Before

Most Rhode Islanders have learned tons of fascinating information about Little Rhody. Amazing stories include those about the state’s religious freedom loving founder known as Roger Williams, to our role in kicking off the Industrial Revolution, and so much more. It is no doubt that the smallest state has made several massive contributions to the nation’s past accomplishments. Though many of us Rhode Islanders have had the chance to tour local museums and libraries and have caught glimpses of the Ocean State’s past through images, not many of us have had the chance to catch videos like this one.

Here is amazing 1940s Rhode Island footage displaying the nation’s smallest state in a way you’ve probably never seen before!

Video Credit: Youtube / Val73TV4

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