The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross
Synopsis
George Washington, commander of revolutionary American forces, ends a squabble among the colonies as to under which flag the Americans will fight the British by recommending a new flag for all the colonies. He asks Betsy Ross to design and create the first flag. Meanwhile, British officer Brandon has crossed enemy lines in order to visit secretly his wife, who boards in the same house as Betsy Ross. Ross helps Mrs. Brandon hide her husband, but then Washington himself discovers the hidden enemy and must decide whether love or the rules of war shall prevail.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1927
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur Maude
- Screenplay & Story
- Arthur Maude
- Original Title
- The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- Colorcraft Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur Maude
Arthur Maude
Department Leadership Roster
Arthur Maude
Director
Arthur Maude
Writer
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What is The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross about?
George Washington, commander of revolutionary American forces, ends a squabble among the colonies as to under which flag the Americans will fight the British by recommending a new flag for all the colonies. He asks Betsy Ross to design and create the first flag. Meanwhile, British officer Brandon has crossed enemy lines in order to visit secretly his wife, who boards in the same house as Betsy Ross. Ross helps Mrs. Brandon hide her husband, but then Washington himself discovers the hidden enemy and must decide whether love or the rules of war shall prevail.
Who directed The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross?
The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross was directed by Arthur Maude.
Who stars in The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross?
The principal cast of The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross includes Francis X. Bushman, Enid Bennett, Johnnie Walker, Alice Calhoun.
When was The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross released and how long is it?
The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross was released in 1927 with a total runtime of 20m.