Our Navy (1918)
• January 1st, 1918 • 0h 0min
Documentary
Overview
Recruitment and promotion film depicting the U.S. Navy at the height of World War I. The film was reviewed at twelve reels in January 1918 and at eight reels in June 1918. Some scenes were shot at the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. Prizma, Inc. produced films using a two-color filter system. Reviews stated that the pictures were "photographed and projected in natural colors." According to a news item, a private showing of this film was arranged for President Wilson and members of his cabinet at the White House.
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