National Red Cross Pageant

National Red Cross Pageant

1917 · 50 min · ★ 8.0 · Drama

The National Red Cross Pageant (1917) was an American war pageant that was performed in order to sell war bonds, support the National Red Cross, and promote a positive opinion about American involvement in World War I.

Directed by Christy Cabanne

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