Know Your Ally: Britain
20th Century • 42m
Made in 1944, this documentary was produced by the United States War Department to boost Anglo-American relations. It relates the similarities and differences between American and British culture and seeks to demystify certain aspects of British life for an American audience. It's a rather rose tinted look at Britain and her place in the world, particularly when referencing British influence abroad. But as an example of wartime propaganda, it's an interesting and at times entertaining watch.
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