"Why We Fight: Prelude To War" (1942) - The First of Frank Capra's WW2 Classics

The first of a seven-part propaganda series commissioned by the U.S. government explains to soldiers the necessity of fighting in World War II. Narrated by John Huston, the first part combines stock footage (including Leni Riefenstahl's work) and animation by Disney Studios to provide a basic introduction to the rise of fascism in Europe and Japan and its threat to democracy. Rife with stereotypical images of the period, the series remains a powerful record of an era. "Prelude to War," won the Oscar for best documentary film of 1942 as well as the 1944 New York Film Critics Award for Best Documentary Series. 🇺🇸👕🎖️** Find All Of Our Exclusive Patriotic & History-Oriented Merchandise Here - Every Sale Supports The Channel And Keeps Us "On The Air": https://teespring.com/stores/lionhear... Even more Historically Nerdy Products can be found here! https://lionheartfilmworks.etsy.com ☕ If you appreciate our content and want to support us further, direct donations are always welcome at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lionheart PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, CLICK THE 'BELL' ICON FOR ALERTS ON NEW CONTENT - AND SHARE THIS VIDEO TO HELP US GROW AND KEEP HISTORY HAPPENING! Some other videos you might like on our Channel: 400 Evolution of the United States Army Uniform:    • Evolution of the United States Army Uniform   Sergeant Alvin York - Oct. 8th 1918 Medal Of Honor Moment:    • Sergeant Alvin York - Oct. 8th 1918 Medal ...   "Civil War Firearms: The Guns of North & South" Full Documentary:    • "Civil War Firearms: The Guns of North & S...   "The Story of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier: 100 Years of Honor" - Special Edition:    / xhidyc6o3s   "Civil War Uniforms of Blue & Grey - The Evolution" Volume 1:    • "Civil War Uniforms of Blue & Grey - The E...   #lionheartfilmworks #militaryhistory #WorldWarTwo