Why We Fight: Prelude to War

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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.

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

Rating

6.4
67 votes

Popularity

1.7214

Runtime

53 min.

Status

Released

Release Date

5/27/1942

Credits

Why We Fight: Prelude to War

Walter HustonSelf - Narrator (voice)

Why We Fight: Prelude to War

Max SchmelingSelf - German paratrooper (archive footage)

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