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1918

In a small Texas town in 1918, a deadly influenza outbreak spreads rapidly, coinciding with the arrival of wounded soldiers from the European warfront, serving as a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of war on a community.

In 1918, during the peak of US involvement in World War I, Liberty Bonds are sold and German immigrants are viewed with suspicion. Young men everywhere are swayed by patriotism and propaganda, enlisting in the war effort. In a small Texas town, Horace Robedaux faces pressure to leave his young family, including his wife Elizabeth and their child Jenny, behind.

Info about 1918

Studio(s): Guadalupe Productions

Originally Released: United States, Apr 26, 1985

Production Country: United States

Genres:Drama