The Battle Hymn of the Republic

The Battle Hymn of the Republic

NR 1911 · 13 min · ★ 10.0 · Drama

This patriotic and historic picture portrays the writing of the famous national hymn by Mrs. Julia Ward Howe. In the early part of the Civil War President Lincoln was very much discouraged at the lack of enthusiasm and the tardiness with which the people answered the call for volunteers to join the army.

Directed by Laurence Trimble · Written by Beta Breuil

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