For Liberty and Union
Synopsis
At the beginning of the American Civil War in 1861, delegates from Unionist counties of northwestern Virginia decided to break away from the Confederacy and form a new government loyal to the United States that two years later would be officially recognized as the new state of West Virginia. This historical reenactment was commissioned to mark the restoration of the Wheeling Custom House -- the actual site of the delegates' conventions, featured within the film.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John K. Ball
- Screenplay & Story
- Kevin Tobin
- Original Title
- For Liberty and Union
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 22m
- Production Studios
- Larry Keating Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John K. Ball
Kevin Tobin
A.J. Lhota
John P. Kenny
Larry Keating
Department Leadership Roster
John K. Ball
Director
Larry Keating
Producer
Kevin Tobin
Writer
A.J. Lhota
Director of Photography
John P. Kenny
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About For Liberty and Union
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What is For Liberty and Union about?
At the beginning of the American Civil War in 1861, delegates from Unionist counties of northwestern Virginia decided to break away from the Confederacy and form a new government loyal to the United States that two years later would be officially recognized as the new state of West Virginia. This historical reenactment was commissioned to mark the restoration of the Wheeling Custom House -- the actual site of the delegates' conventions, featured within the film.
Who directed For Liberty and Union?
For Liberty and Union was directed by John K. Ball.
Who stars in For Liberty and Union?
The principal cast of For Liberty and Union includes Gary Merrill, Dan Resin, Brooks Rogers, William Lyman, David Judy.
When was For Liberty and Union released and how long is it?
For Liberty and Union was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 22m.