The American Invasion
Synopsis
In January 1942, the order activating the 'US Air Forces in the British Isles' was announced. On 12th May, the first contingent of USAAF personnel arrived in England, the beginnings of what was to become the largest air force in the world. The British people had never seen anything like them. Michael Brandon (Dempsey and Makepeace) presents the story of the courageous young Americans who fought the war from the foreign fields of eastern England. And of the local populations who welcomed them, resented them, admired and loved them. "The American Invasion" provides a powerful record of a momentous period in American and British history.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Fowler
- Screenplay & Story
- Steve Gillham
- Original Title
- The American Invasion
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 54m
- Production Studios
- Like A Shot Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Fowler
Steve Gillham
James Haggerty
Steve Gillham, Henry Scott, Martin Phillis
Department Leadership Roster
Steve Gillham
Writer
James Haggerty
Editor
Martin Phillis
Producer
James Fowler
Director
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What is The American Invasion about?
In January 1942, the order activating the 'US Air Forces in the British Isles' was announced. On 12th May, the first contingent of USAAF personnel arrived in England, the beginnings of what was to become the largest air force in the world. The British people had never seen anything like them. Michael Brandon (Dempsey and Makepeace) presents the story of the courageous young Americans who fought the war from the foreign fields of eastern England. And of the local populations who welcomed them, resented them, admired and loved them. "The American Invasion" provides a powerful record of a momentous period in American and British history.
Who directed The American Invasion?
The American Invasion was directed by James Fowler.
Who stars in The American Invasion?
The principal cast of The American Invasion includes Michael Brandon.
When was The American Invasion released and how long is it?
The American Invasion was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 54m.