War bond rally with Marie Dressler, Mary Pickford, Charlie Chaplin, and Douglas Fairbanks, 1917, WWI

The transcript discusses the significant role of American advertising and Hollywood in rallying national support during the Great War. It highlights how propaganda was effectively used to promote unity and the sale of liberty bonds, with Hollywood stars like Mary Pickford, Charlie Chaplin, and Douglas Fairbanks playing a crucial part in these efforts.

How has the art of propaganda been utilized during the Great War?

Discuss the influence of movies like Madressa on the national scene.

What role did Hollywood stars play in promoting liberty bonds?

In what ways did Mary Pickford contribute to the war effort?

What impact did Charlie Chaplin and Douglas Fairbanks have on American cinema during this period?