6.4 Documentary War

Why We Fight: Prelude to War

1942
The US government puts the finger on the United Nations' enemies
Trailer
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.
Release Date
1942-05-27
Status
Released
Original Title
Why We Fight: Prelude to War
Runtime
53 min
Original Language
EN
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
War Activities Committee of the Motion Pictures Industry, U.S. War Department
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.
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