The Birth of a Race (1918)
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This epic traces, from the Beginning, the lineage of the race of peace-loving people. Mankind at its best is highlighted as greatness of character across the centuries is displayed: Noah heeding God's command, Moses leading the Israelities, Jesus Christ dying to save humanity and promote His message of peace. Moving into our modern epoch: Columbus's discovery of America, the Declaration of Independence, the Emancipation Proclamation; A race of free humans committed to the proliferation of peace and freedom. What becomes of this race when autocratic powers threaten democracy in the time of the first World War?
Top Cast
Louis Dean
The Kaiser
Harry Dumont
Crown Prince
Carter B. Harkness
Adam
Doris Doscher
Eve
Charles E. Graham
Noah
Ben Hendricks Sr.
Fritz Schmidt
Alice Gale
Frau Schmidt
John Reinhardt
Oscar Schmidt
Gertrude Braun
Louisa Schmidt
Stephen Grattan
Pat O'Brien
Mary Carr
Mrs. O'Brien
Jane Grey
Jane O'Brien
Edward Elkas
Herr Von H.
Anna Lehr
Philip Van Loan
Warren Chandler
FAQ about The Birth of a Race
What is The Birth of a Race about?
This epic traces, from the Beginning, the lineage of the race of peace-loving people. Mankind at its best is highlighted as greatness of character across the centuries is displayed: Noah heeding God's command, Moses leading the Israelities, Jesus Christ dying to save humanity…
When was The Birth of a Race released?
The Birth of a Race was released in 1918.
What genres does The Birth of a Race belong to?
The Birth of a Race is categorised as Drama, History, War.
Who stars in The Birth of a Race?
The cast of The Birth of a Race includes Louis Dean, Harry Dumont, Carter B. Harkness, Doris Doscher, Charles E. Graham.