Thanks for mentioning this documentary in the afterward of 1906, Mr. Dalessandro. I just finished the novel (on 10/14/23), and I loved it. It was also rather spooky how I recommended this book to my mother, noting how parts of the story reminded me of the Fall of Atlanta in “Gone With The Wind” (one of her favorite books). Then - lo and behold! - you mentioned Rhett and Scarlet in the last sentence of your afterward! 😱 I look forward to viewing this documentary. Thanks for all of the hard work.
James Delassandro, such a talent. I'm not the biggest history buff but its incredible how interesting he paints this true story, so much so that I couldn't stop watching. I think this should be on the History channel, as it isn't only factually and textually rich, but it's visually rich too. Can't wait to read all of his work, it's a must do. Bianca Stam
This is an excellent video. It is very sad but very moving and I loved it. James did a wonderful job putting this information in a video that is informative and entertaining. This is a must see.
I just finished watching the film on RUclips. Amazing! It is masterfully written and done. It is highly engrossing- once I started watching it I could not stop. I only wish it was longer. I know of the San Francisco earthquake and fires, but I did not know the degree of devastation that came with them. I did not know of the heroism of the firefighters and US Navy, juxtaposed with the stupidity of the demolition crews and the city leaders who were left standing after the initial tremors. There is a very pleasant balance of period stills and even movies in your film. The long shot on the trolley car early in the film was particularly effective in showing the city before the tragedy. I enjoyed the writing very much.The line about Mayor Schmitz: "His smile wouldn't fade if his mother was on fire" is, in my opinion, on a par with Eastwood's "Go ahead, make my day" in terms of immediate characterization. My favorite line of all is yours, though, near the end, when you mention that "if history teaches us anything it is that history rarely teaches us anything." This line, of course, is not about history as a deficient teacher, but about us humans as very deficient students. Speaking of history, why is this film not shown by a channel, i.e., The History Channel, The Smithsonian Channel, etc.? As I posted in a RUclips comment, this film should be required viewing for all high school students, and all students of U.S. History.
Amazing film! I knew of the 1906 earthquake and subsequent fire, but did not know just how devastating they were. This film is masterfully written and done, and belongs in a major channel. It should be required viewing for all students of American History.
This is a wonderful documentary! Peter Coyote’s detailed narration under the watchful eye of writer/director, James Dalessandro, takes us on an emotional journey back in time. I learned a few things about the great San Francisco earthquake of 1906 during my early years in school but never like this. This documentary presents us with a rare look at archival footage. We learn how equally destructive politics and corruption were at the time. We also learn just how unprepared the city was for such a disaster and how corruption from the gold rush played a role in the political aftermath of the quake. As the last reviewer stated, I agree that this should be a required viewing for all Students of American history.
I am curious about the statement concerning Pt Arena being the "northernmost victim", (and pardon me if I misquote slightly). I have been looking through the minutes of Upper Lake Lodge #241, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, specifically to find what the response of this Lodge was during April and May of 1906. I found the Lodge paid a shop keeper in Upper Lake Calif the sum of $79 on an insurance policy for damage from the quake. The Lodge also gave $25 to "assist our Brothers in need in San Francisco."
Pt. Arena is the northern most point where the fissure was observed on land: Alder Creek, just north of the Pt. Arena lighthouse, is actually on San Andreas Fault. The documentary also states that the the shock waves were felt as far north as Portland and east to Nevada. The shock waves obviously spread out far beyond the fault itself. I hope that clarifies.
Thanks for the clarification! The show is absolutely wonderful, your work is amazing! The Upper Lake Odd Fellows Temple "survived" on Apr 18 1906, but the building leans toward San Francisco. It is set for restoration this year.
A talented sketch artist.....then shows us a picture a child could have drawn. That's right, blow up MORE shit, so you can SAVE the rest?!?! I mean, this was obviously a case of, well since it's going down, take it all....or just sheer stupidity. How did anyone believe this narrative??
Southern Pacific Railroad yards. There are thousands of photis of Southern Pacific trains and facilities. So an image of a British train is used at 31.58 to illustrate. Does no one know how to edit? A train is a train is a train?
Sigh. Does nobody know how to do research? The Transcontinental Railroads were joined at Promontory Summit, 35 miles north of Promontory Point. This error is repeated over and over.
@@truantbuick Any competent writer should be. There is a world of difference between lightning and a lightning bug, as Mark Twain pointed out. Use the right word, not its second cousin - another Twain rule.
Thanks for mentioning this documentary in the afterward of 1906, Mr. Dalessandro.
I just finished the novel (on 10/14/23), and I loved it. It was also rather spooky how I recommended this book to my mother, noting how parts of the story reminded me of the Fall of Atlanta in “Gone With The Wind” (one of her favorite books). Then - lo and behold! - you mentioned Rhett and Scarlet in the last sentence of your afterward! 😱
I look forward to viewing this documentary. Thanks for all of the hard work.
I read Mr. Delessandro's book "1906 A Novel" and was captivated by the story, so was glad to find this amazing video. Great job.
Thank you, Karen, I'm glad you enjoyed the novel and the documentary. It's been a long and wonderful journey. James Dalessandro
James Delassandro, such a talent. I'm not the biggest history buff but its incredible how interesting he paints this true story, so much so that I couldn't stop watching. I think this should be on the History channel, as it isn't only factually and textually rich, but it's visually rich too. Can't wait to read all of his work, it's a must do.
Bianca Stam
Happened across this link on Facebook. Wow, what a story. Great film! Thank you!
+Jeanne Hancock Thank you, Jeanne I am glad you enjoyed it.
This is an excellent video. It is very sad but very moving and I loved it. James did a wonderful job putting this information in a video that is informative and entertaining. This is a must see.
This was a fantastic documentary. I loved it.
I just finished watching the film on RUclips. Amazing! It is masterfully written and done. It is highly engrossing- once I started watching it I could not stop. I only wish it was longer.
I know of the San Francisco earthquake and fires, but I did not know the degree of devastation that came with them. I did not know of the heroism of the firefighters and US Navy, juxtaposed with the stupidity of the demolition crews and the city leaders who were left standing after the initial tremors.
There is a very pleasant balance of period stills and even movies in your film. The long shot on the trolley car early in the film was particularly effective in showing the city before the tragedy.
I enjoyed the writing very much.The line about Mayor Schmitz: "His smile wouldn't fade if his mother was on fire" is, in my opinion, on a par with Eastwood's "Go ahead, make my day" in terms of immediate characterization.
My favorite line of all is yours, though, near the end, when you mention that "if history teaches us anything it is that history rarely teaches us anything." This line, of course, is not about history as a deficient teacher, but about us humans as very deficient students.
Speaking of history, why is this film not shown by a channel, i.e., The History Channel, The Smithsonian Channel, etc.? As I posted in a RUclips comment, this film should be required viewing for all high school students, and all students of U.S. History.
Pop po JBL
Amazing film! I knew of the 1906 earthquake and subsequent fire, but did not know just how devastating they were. This film is masterfully written and done, and belongs in a major channel. It should be required viewing for all students of American History.
This is a wonderful documentary! Peter Coyote’s detailed narration under the watchful eye of writer/director, James Dalessandro, takes us on an emotional journey back in time. I learned a few things about the great San Francisco earthquake of 1906 during my early years in school but never like this. This documentary presents us with a rare look at archival footage. We learn how equally destructive politics and corruption were at the time. We also learn just how unprepared the city was for such a disaster and how corruption from the gold rush played a role in the political aftermath of the quake. As the last reviewer stated, I agree that this should be a required viewing for all Students of American history.
Just checked in to see how my documentary was doing, and it has 1906 views. How appropriate.
The narrator sounds like Henry Fonda.......great voice for this!
I think the narrator is Peter Coyote. He has a calming voice I think.
I am curious about the statement concerning Pt Arena being the "northernmost victim", (and pardon me if I misquote slightly). I have been looking through the minutes of Upper Lake Lodge #241, Independent Order of Odd Fellows, specifically to find what the response of this Lodge was during April and May of 1906. I found the Lodge paid a shop keeper in Upper Lake Calif the sum of $79 on an insurance policy for damage from the quake. The Lodge also gave $25 to "assist our Brothers in need in San Francisco."
Crispin Cain
Pt. Arena is the northern most point where the fissure was observed on land: Alder Creek, just north of the Pt. Arena lighthouse, is actually on San Andreas Fault. The documentary also states that the the shock waves were felt as far north as Portland and east to Nevada. The shock waves obviously spread out far beyond the fault itself. I hope that clarifies.
Thanks for the clarification! The show is absolutely wonderful, your work is amazing! The Upper Lake Odd Fellows Temple "survived" on Apr 18 1906, but the building leans toward San Francisco. It is set for restoration this year.
You're welcome, Crispin, I'm glad you enjoyed the film. It was a marvelous experience to make it.
A talented sketch artist.....then shows us a picture a child could have drawn.
That's right, blow up MORE shit, so you can SAVE the rest?!?! I mean, this was obviously a case of, well since it's going down, take it all....or just sheer stupidity. How did anyone believe this narrative??
Southern Pacific Railroad yards. There are thousands of photis of Southern Pacific trains and facilities. So an image of a British train is used at 31.58 to illustrate. Does no one know how to edit? A train is a train is a train?
Sigh. Does nobody know how to do research? The Transcontinental Railroads were joined at Promontory Summit, 35 miles north of Promontory Point. This error is repeated over and over.
Trainspotters are demanding folks, I suppose...
@@truantbuick Any competent writer should be. There is a world of difference between lightning and a lightning bug, as Mark Twain pointed out. Use the right word, not its second cousin - another Twain rule.