The Spirit of '76

The Spirit of '76

NR 1917 · 135 min · ★ 8.0 · Drama, History, War

Catherine Montour, a striking half-breed Indian princess, and mistress of King George III aspires to become the first Queen of America when the revolution breaks out.

Directed by Frank Montgomery

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