The True Story of the Civil War
“The authentic picture of the most dramatic moment in American history!”
Synopsis
Documentary short about the American Civil War. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2005.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 22, 1956
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Louis Clyde Stoumen
- Original Title
- The True Story of the Civil War
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
- Production Studios
- Camera Eye Pictures Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Louis Clyde Stoumen
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Louis Clyde Stoumen
Director
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What is The True Story of the Civil War about?
Documentary short about the American Civil War. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2005.
Who directed The True Story of the Civil War?
The True Story of the Civil War was directed by Louis Clyde Stoumen.
Who stars in The True Story of the Civil War?
The principal cast of The True Story of the Civil War includes Raymond Massey.
When was The True Story of the Civil War released and how long is it?
The True Story of the Civil War was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 29m.