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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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Why We Fight: Prelude to War (1942) theatrical poster - US
US theatrical
Why We Fight: Prelude to War (1942) international poster - US
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Why We Fight: Prelude to War (1942) character poster - US
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Why We Fight: Prelude to War (1942) teaser poster - US
US teaser
Why We Fight: Prelude to War (1942) imax poster - US
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