Barbed Wire Pioneers is a documentary created by graduate students at Northern Illinois University under the direction of Dr. Jeffrey Chown. This award winning video tells the story of barbed wire, from its invention in the late 19th century, to its lasting legacy today. Barbed Wire Pioneers is the tale of three men, Issac Ellwood, Joseph Glidden and Jacob Haish. It is the story of success, competition and community spirit that set in motion events still felt today.

TRT: 52 min.

Feature Article
Chicago Tribune, Jan. 17, 1998

NIU Press Release

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