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Henry Browne, Farmer
Henry Browne, Farmer

HENRY BROWNE, FARMER

Directed by Roger Barlow
United States, 1942
Documentary, Short, War

Synopsis

Documentary short dramatizing the efforts of a black farmer and his family to help the American war effort by increasing production, specifically his efforts growing peanuts and cotton. This role is made even more poignant when they visit the eldest son who is a cadet in the 99th Pursuit Squadron.

Synopsis

Documentary short dramatizing the efforts of a black farmer and his family to help the American war effort by increasing production, specifically his efforts growing peanuts and cotton. This role is made even more poignant when they visit the eldest son who is a cadet in the 99th Pursuit Squadron.