The Strong Shall Be Free (1942)

1942 · Short film · 22 min · dir. James Leo Meehan

• War

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Synopsis

"The Strong Shall Be Free" dates to 1942 and was produced by International Harvester to celebrate the company's contribution to the war effort, producing vehicles for the Army. The film begins with a stirring portrayal of America at sunrise, emphasizing the nation’s dedication to food production as a fundamental aspect of both peace and war. The focus shifts to the dual responsibility of supporting agriculture and defense manufacturing, highlighting the vast workforce and resources required.…

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Details

Director

James Leo Meehan

Running time

22 minutes

Cast & crew

• JJames Leo Meehan Director
• Orville Caldwell
• Natalie Kingston
• Will Walling

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