Prelude to War - 1942

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.

53min
1942
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating7.0/10

Cast

Walter Huston profile pictureWalter HustonSelf - Narrator (voice)
Max Schmeling profile pictureMax SchmelingSelf - German paratrooper (archive footage)

About Prelude to War

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.

Runtime: 53min

Extra details

Original Title: Prelude to War
Original Language: English
Directed By: Frank Capra
Production Companies
War Activities Committee of the Motion Pictures IndustryU.S. War Department