1942 • 0h 53m
65%
“The US government puts the finger on the United Nations' enemies”
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.
Documentary
War
Release Date
5/27/1942
Status
Released
Original Title
Why We Fight: Prelude to War
Runtime
0h 53m
Budget
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Language
EN
Production Companies
War Activities Committee of the Motion Pictures Industry
U.S. War Department
