The Highest Tradition Explained

The Highest Tradition is a 1946 documentary film from the U.S. about African American war heroes. It was written and produced by William D. Alexander.[1] [2] It is a World War II era war propaganda film. Fredric March narrates. The film begins with stock footage of the Pearl Harbor it then transitions into profiles of African American war heroes.

Astor Pictures released the 2-reel film in 1946.[3] The film is extant and available online.

Notes and References

  1. Book: Richards, Larry. African American Films Through 1959: A Comprehensive, Illustrated Filmography. September 17, 2015. McFarland. 9781476610528. Google Books.
  2. Book: Encyclopedia of American Short Films, 1926-1959. 9781476681184. Webb. Graham. 13 July 2020.
  3. Book: Pitts, Michael R.. Astor Pictures: A Filmography and History of the Reissue King, 1933-1965. April 25, 2019. McFarland. 9781476676494. Google Books.

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