The Ship That Wouldn't Die! (1945)
Overview
This short film focuses on the USS Franklin, an aircraft carrier that in March 1945 suffered heavy bombing damages and a massive toll on servicemen before returning to the U.S.
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Additional Info
Budget | $0.00 |
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Revenue | $0.00 |
Original Language | en |
Popularity | 2.07 |
Directed By
Crew
TOP CAST
John B. Kennedy
Himself / Narrator (voice)
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