The Old South (1940)

01/20/1940 (US) • 11m

Documentary, History

Overview

This short film chronicles the importance of cotton to the economy and culture of America's Old South.

Top Billed Cast

Frank Whitbeck

Narrator (voice) (uncredited)

George Lynn

Eli Whitney (uncredited)


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

southern usa

cotton

old south

short film

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