Transforming a flat iron bar into a horseshoe in just 20 minutes, Mr. Bosley's blacksmith artistry knows no bounds. Serving the little village of Corfe in Somerset in 1941, Mr. Bosley is the go-to blacksmith for all the village horses, fitting them with ease. During the hunting season, his skill shines as he manages to fit up to 32 shoes in a day.
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Shell’s surprising and captivating Historic Film Archive dates from 1934 and covers a rich mix of topics from technology, science and engineering to craftsmanship, motorsport and travelogue.
The Shell Film Unit, responsible for the content, was a highly celebrated part of Britain’s Documentary Movement. Key figures from that movement were involved, including: Jack Beddington, Edgar Anstey, Arthur Elton, John Grierson, Kay Mander, ...