Declaration of Independence (film)
- Ted Osborne: Caesar Rodney
- John Litel: Thomas Jefferson
- Richard Bond: Thomas Lynch, Jr.
- Owen King: Edward Rutledge
- Walter Walker: Benjamin Franklin
- Ferris Taylor: John Adams
- Rosella Towne: Betsy Kramer
The Declaration of Independence is an American short film from the year 1938. The screenplay is based on records of Thomas Jefferson, the third U.S. president.
Action
The film tells about the politician Caesar Rodney (1728-1784), which delivered on 1 July 1776, the deciding vote for the Declaration of Independence.
Awards
1939, the film in the category Best Short Film ( Two -Reel ) was awarded the Oscar.
Background
The premiere of the Warner Bros. production was held on 26 November 1938.