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The Foundation produced an award winning documentary, Uncommon Friends of the Twentieth Century, narrated by Walter Cronkite.  It premiered in 1999 and has continued to air on both PBS and government channels throughout the country.  The DVD is available through the Foundation. Secure payments are processed by Paypal.

Uncommon Friends of the Twentieth Century:
A True Story of the Power of Friendship

Narrated by Walter Cronkite. In 1924, Jim Newton began remarkable friendships with Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone, Dr. Alexis Carrel, and Charles Lindbergh.

Available in DVD format.

Supplemental DVD - Additional Teaching Resource ~ Add To Cart

DVD with scenes from Uncommon Friends of the Twentieth Century Documentary and activities correlated with each lesson in the elementary/middle schools curriculum.(DVD)
$18.25

Uncommon Friends of the Twentieth Century: A True Story of the Power of Friendship. (DVD) ~ Add To Cart

Award winning documentary narrated by Walter Cronkite. In 1924, James Newton began remarkable friendships with Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone, Dr. Alexis Carrel, and Charles Lindbergh and their wives. Historical footage of these men and their wives provides a glimpse into their personal lives.
$18.24

Uncommon Friends: Life with Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, HarveyFirestone, Alexis Carrel & Charles Lindbergh, by James D. Newton. ~ Add To Cart

James Newton's extraordinary account of his friendships with Thomas Edison, Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone, Charles Lindbergh, and Dr. Alexis Carreland their wives.
$20.25

 Uncommon Friends Foundation • P.O. Box 811, Fort Myers, FL, 33902
Phone (239) 337-9505 • Fax (239) 476-8813


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