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Why We Fight: Prelude to War
Why We Fight: Prelude to War

1942

Why We Fight: Prelude to War

Prelude to War was the first film of Frank Capra's Why We Fight propaganda film series, commissioned by the Pentagon and George C. Marshall. It was made to convince American troops of the necessity of combating the Axis Powers during World War II. This film examines the differences between democratic and fascist states.

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0hrs 53mins

Documentary, War

May 27, 1942

6.5

IMDb

Language

English

Status

Released

Title:

Why We Fight: Prelude to War

Overview:

Prelude to War was the first film of Frank Capra's Why We Fight propaganda film series, commissioned by the Pentagon and George C. Marshall. It was made to convince American troops of the necessity of combating the Axis Powers during World War II. This film examines the differences between democratic and fascist states.

Genres:

Documentary, War

Languages:

English

Runtime:

0hrs 53mins

Country Origin:

US

Tagline:

The US government puts the finger on the United Nations' enemies

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