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Struggling for renewal following the Great Depression of the early 1930s, the U.S. hoped to stay focused on domestic growth and keep out of conflicts overseas, but the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor demanded action and action demanded finances. Witness how the United States met this enormous financial challenge through innovative promotional campaigns! |
The Second World War cost approximately 304 billion dollars. The Roosevelt Administration met this colossal challenge through some brilliant financial wizardry. Tax reforms, higher wartime wages which resulted in higher tax returns and legislation which provided a healthier environment for growth of industry were some of the successful attempts at raising much-needed revenue. Corporate profits went from $6.4 billion in 1940 to $11 billion in 1944, while the machines to win the war got made in unbelievable abundance.
Financing to pay for the war, however, came largely by borrowing from the American people through the sale of war bonds, which raised about $50 billion. Another $150 billion came from financial institutions. During the war, commercial banks alone increased their Treasuries holdings from $1 billion to $24 billion.
This historic set of DVDs provides a great opportunity to witness the efforts of government agencies at promoting the sale of war bonds during World War II.
Campus on the March
This film shows how Students on college campuses across the country volunteered for combat training during World War II and the training they received at the hand of professional personnel. It also depicts how woman were trained to fill in the vacancies created when able-bodied men joined the army, navy or air force.
Sponsor: U.S. Office of War Information
Producer: U.S. Office of War Information
Year: 1942
Length: 00:18:29
Audio: Mono
Color: BLACK & WHITE
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Three cities
This patriotic film portrays the efforts of three typical American cities during World War II. It shows how democracy fared during the time and how citizens sacrificed the comforts of their homes and gave up cushy jobs to serve the country during a crisis.
Sponsor: N/A
Producer: U.S. Office Of War Information
Year: 1943
Length: 00:10:34
Audio: Mono
Color: BLACK & WHITE
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Brazil at War
This film was produced soon after Brazil joined the allies in World War II in the war against the axis. It portrays Brazil as a country which is second in resources and manpower only to the United States and praises the efforts of the country in joining the allies during the war.
Sponsor: Office of the Coordinator of Inter-American Affairs
Producer: Office of the Coordinator of Inter-American Affairs
Year: 1943
Length: 00:09:40
Audio: Mono
Color: BLACK & WHITE
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It Can’t Last
This World War II propaganda film is aimed at the home front, attempting to increase popular mobilization. You will witness clips of a relaxed bomber squadron on a "seek and destroy" mission and the bravado of two survivors of one of the bombers that was hit during a raid on an enemy destroyer. The message the film wishes to convey is that American victory was imminent and that the war had to end soon.
Sponsor: N/A
Producer: U.S. Navy
Year: 1944
Length: 00:19:04
Audio: Mono
Color: BLACK & WHITE
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Negro Colleges in war Time
This film showcases the education and training of African Americans as part of the World War II effort in various fields ranging from chemistry to mechanics and farming.
Sponsor: U.S. Office of War Information
Producer: U.S. Office of War Information, Bureau of Motion Pictures
Year: 1944
Length: 00:08:17
Audio: Mono
Color: BLACK & WHITE
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Gracias Amigos
This film recognizes and honors the contributions of America’s South American neighbors like Brazil, Chile and Bolivians during the Second World War, without which much of America’s efforts would have been futile.
Sponsor: U.S. Office of Inter-American Affairs
Producer: U.S. Office of Inter-American Affairs
Year: 1944
Length: 00:16:03
Audio: Mono
Color: BLACK & WHITE
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Mr. And Mrs. America
This film is a part of the massive promotional campaign for the purchase of war bonds. You will witness President Franklin Roosevelt and several other dignitaries and citizens extolling the value of war bonds.
Sponsor: The Treasury Department
Producer: U.S. Treasury, War Finance Division, Motion Picture and Special Events Division
Year: 1945
Length: 00:13:30
Audio: Mono
Color: BLACK & WHITE
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Remember These Faces
This film portrays an intense view of American soldiers in combat, and the immense value of War Bonds in raising the necessary resources for the war.
Sponsor: U.S. Treasury, War Finance Division
Producer: U.S. Treasury, War Finance Division
Year: 1945
Length: 00:17:18
Audio: Mono
Color: COLOR
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My Japan
This film presents an overview of the war from the Japanese point of view and seeks to promote the sale of American War Bonds.
Sponsor: U.S. Treasury Department
Producer: U.S. Treasury Department
Year: 1945
Length: 00:16:03
Audio: Mono
Color: BLACK & WHITE
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Running Time:
DVD One : 01:11:33
DVD Two : 01:05:57
EDITORIAL REVIEW:
These outstanding DVDs provide a rare opportunity to see what life was like in the United States during World War II and also the efforts of government agencies at raising resources needed for the war through the promotion of war bonds.
Despite differences in color, race or creed, the entire country united behind the war. Colleges across the great continent rose to the occasion. Young men and women took up the challenges thrown open by the war to hone their skills and use this to win the war. The clips on these DVDs bear testimony to this enormous and moving show of patriotism cross the country - on university campuses, in cities and towns and on the battlefront in an effectual manner. The story of a bomber crew who had to bail out after being shot is particularly moving and serves as proof of the immense sacrifices being made by soldiers every day.
The DVDs also focus on the irrefutable contribution of Latin American countries - Brazil, Bolivia and Chile to the war. Without the men and raw material that came from these friendly neighbors, the war may not have ended as early as it did.
Through disturbing yet effective clips and through some very realistic reenactments, the films on these DVDs attempt to motivate U.S. citizens to invest in war bonds. I have no doubt that they met with resounding success.
CUSTOMER'S REVIEWS:
"I am astonished at the brilliance of the war department and other government agencies. They showed tremendous insight and innovation at promoting war bonds. The films on these DVDs serve many purposes - generating patriotism, motivating people to work harder and outlining the benefits of war bonds to the nation and the individual. They also serve as news capsules, keeping the people at home abreast of war news through vivid picturization of the action. I am really fortunate to have these fabulous DVDs on my shelf."
Customer's Name : Karen West (Boise, Idaho)
"I remember quite clearly the many stories my grandpa told me about the war and the changes it brought to everybody’s life. People just shaking off the effects of the great depression were called upon to make even greater sacrifices - of sons and daughters, of home and property. These DVDs reinforced the mind-pictures I carried from Grandpa’s narratives. I plan to present these DVDs to him on his 92nd birthday and I can already see his beaming face as he witnesses one nostalgic scene after another. Thank you a2zcds for this wonderful DVD set - just the gift I was looking for my grandpa!"
Customer's Name : Joanne Sutherland (Dadeville, Alabama)
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Our professionally-produced DVDs are shipped in retail Amaray style DVD cases just like you would find in a store. These beautifully packaged DVDs make great gifts and are themselves works of art. While we offer some of the best prices anywhere, we have never sacrificed quality for price. |
System requirements:
Computer: Pentium II, 300mhz, 64mb RAM, DVD-ROM, compatible video and sound card.
Player: NTSC compatible DVD player, standard TV.
Region: All players, irrespective of region NOTE ON COMPATIBILITY: While our DVDs are designed for optimal playback for all home DVD players, it is possible that some older systems will have trouble playing our DVDs. Although rare, it is worth mentioning. If this occurs you will receive a full refund.
Given that some of these videos are extremely old and their original audio quality is not very good, we have tried to improve it to the best possible quality. However, due to their inherent quality problems, you might still have a few instances where the audio is of a slightly lower volume. |
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