1776 The Musical (1972) - For God's Sake John Sit Down-8th May--

WHEN WE DARED STAND UP LIKE MEN----------------
http://www.1776themusical.us
John Adams sings a passionate song about how he will not give up the fight for American Independence.
Director:
Peter H. Hunt
Writers:
Sherman Edwards (play)
Peter Stone (play)

Release Date:
17 November 1972 (USA)
The film version of the Broadway musical comedy of the same name. In the days leading up to July 4, 1776, Continental Congressmen John Adams and Benjamin Franklin coerce Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence as a delaying tactic as they try to persuade the American colonies to support a resolution on independence. As George Washington sends depressing messages describing one military disaster after another, the businessmen, landowners and slave holders in Congress all stand in the way of the Declaration, and a single "nay" vote will forever end the question of independence. Large portions of spoken and sung dialog are taken directly from the letters and memoirs of the actual participants.
Two hundred and thirty-five years ago, the United States Army was established to defend our Nation. From the Revolutionary War to the current operations taking place around the world, our Soldiers remain Army Strong with a deep commitment to our core values and beliefs. This 235th birthday commemorates America's Army -- Soldiers, Families and Civilians -- who are achieving a level of excellence that is truly Army Strong. Being Army Strong goes beyond physical endurance and mental preparedness. It encompasses an indomitable spirit, and high ethical and moral values. These are not only desirable traits in a person, but in a Nation that wishes to live up to the ideals and vision of its founders. We are "America's Army: The Strength of the Nation."
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The Flag of the United States Army displays a blue replica of the official seal of the Department of the Army set on a white field. Beneath the seal is a broad scarlet scroll bearing the inscription in white letters, United States Army. Beneath the scroll, in blue Arabic numerals, is 1775 the year in which the Army was created with the appointment of General George Washington as Commander-in-Chief. All of this in on a white background.
The flag was officially adopted by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, on June 12, 1956, with Executive Order 10670.
Prior to 1956 the Army was the only armed service without a flag to represent the entire service. In 1955, prompted by the need for a flag to represent the Army in joint service ceremonies, Secretary of the Army Wilber M. Brucker requested the creation of the Army Flag.
The Army flag was dedicated and unfurled to the general public on 14 June 1956 at Independence Hall, Philadelphia, on the 181st anniversary of the establishment of the U.S. Army by the Continental Congress. The original flag measured 4 feet 4 inches by 5 feet 6 inches, the flag is of white silk with a blue embroidered central design of the original War Office seal. "United States Army" is inscribed in white letters on a scarlet scroll, with the year "1775" in blue numerals below.

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[Gustavo Pena]

I am livid that copyright holders seem to have pulled off almost all the clips from this great 40 year old film. I love coming to it every Fourth of July. I love reading the comments from Junior High kids who have just seen it for the first time. I love that it combines two great American ideas: independence and the musical. And I hate that a few jerks take advantage of bad laws they bought to keep this out of the public domain.

[Hiraghm]

New Presidential campaign slogan: Vote Adams/Franklin 2012! Be first in line to be hanged!

[oswald oo]

NIEVVAAAA.............nieva!

[frc1968]

This film will always be, along with "Gone With the Wind", my most favorite of all time. It is the last film Jack Warner personally worked on before he died. It is simply and positively an entertaining and beloved tribute to our founding fathers on the eve of our bicentennial of independence. I have it on DVD and will treasure it always. :-)

[blueberrypoptart2424]

For the whatever spies may be by the window, if love to see their face as they saw these men arguing through song.

[civlwrbuf]

I watch this musical every 4th. I view the complete version that has the taken out song "Cool Considerate Men." Also, even though I have the dvd, I still watch the airing they do on TCM (Turner Classic Movies) every year on the 4th. Great Post.

[bombshell42701]

I don't care what really happened: this is what took place in my mind. haha

[gliso SRB]

illuminati made 1770 get to america 1776 all american president's were in the illuminati !!

[inwalters]

As it says, a scene in this film takes place today, May 8. Check it out at todayshappeningmovie.blogspot.­com/

[Rue Stahl]

I can't either.

[Rue Stahl]

They should put this out again on July 4th.

[GorterPoss]

Feeny 2016!!!!!!!!