Movie Description
The Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross
(1927)Overview
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.
Featured Crew
- Director : Arthur Maude
- Writer : Arthur Maude
- Cast : Francis X. Bushman,Enid Bennett,Johnnie Walker,Alice Calhoun
Cast
George Washington
Betsy Ross
Charles Brandon (as Johnny Walker)
Edith Brandon
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Facts
Original TitleThe Flag: A Story Inspired by the Tradition of Betsy Ross
Status Released
Release Information
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1927-10-01
Original Language
Runtime 00h 20m
Production CompaniesColorcraft Pictures
Genres
- History
- Drama
