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A Welcome to Britain

An uncredited Anthony Asquith is one of the directors of this WWII film (a joint UK/US production) which aims to explain British culture and character to the newly arrived American soldier. Starting with the ubiquitous pub visit, the film breezes through geography lessons, food and entertainment on the Home Front.

Top Cast

  • Burgess Meredith

    Burgess Meredith

    Self (uncredited)

  • Bob Hope

    Bob Hope

    Self (uncredited)

  • Jacob L. Devers

    Jacob L. Devers

    Self (uncredited)

  • Felix Aylmer

    Felix Aylmer

    Schoolmaster (uncredited)

  • Carla Lehmann

    Carla Lehmann

    The Unknown Girl (uncredited)

  • Beatrice Lillie

    Beatrice Lillie

    Self (uncredited)

  • Johnnie Schofield

    Johnnie Schofield

    Bert (uncredited)

  • Beatrice Varley

    Beatrice Varley

    Vi (uncredited)

Overview

An uncredited Anthony Asquith is one of the directors of this WWII film (a joint UK/US production) which aims to explain British culture and character to the newly arrived American soldier. Starting with the ubiquitous pub visit, the film breezes through geography lessons, food and entertainment on the Home Front.

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