In the wake of war and economic disaster, Gorham grapples with an uncertain future. As the country prepares for a second World War, the company turns to munitions contracts to stay afloat. New designers leave their mark on the Gorham silver brand, while a climate of hostile takeovers and corporate mergers leaves Gorham on unstable ground.
Duration: 56 minutes and 46 seconds
Episode Number: 103
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The history of Gorham Manufacturing Company based in Providence, Rhode Island.
Established in 1831 as a small silversmithing enterprise, the company grew to become a global titan of silver manufacturing.
The three-part documentary series takes an intimate look at the people and historical events that led Gorham on a tumultuous ride through soaring prosperity and devastating hardship.
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