History through the eyes of a chicken - Chris A. Kniesly
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The Ancient Egyptian king Thutmose III described the chicken as a marvelous foreign bird that “gives birth daily.” Romans brought them on their military campaigns to foretell the success of future battles. Today, this bird occupies a much less honorable position – on dinner plates. Chris Kniesly explains the evolving role of chickens throughout history.
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Meet The Creators
- Educator
- Chris A. Kniesly
- Director
- Mark Phillips
- Narrator
- Addison Anderson
- Sound Designer
- Sam Bair
- Associate Producer
- Bethany Cutmore-Scott
