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Logline: An impossible adventure begins when a young boy sneaks out of General George Washington’s encampment to find his father, a soldier who does not return from the 1778 Battle of Monmouth. Will the game of Draughts save the young boy’s life and get him home?
We are raising production funds for
A Revolutionary Tale".
The movie tells the little known story about General George Washington's Civilian Army of 2000 Women, Children and Men who supported
the Soldiers during the
American Revolutionary War.
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Filmmaker Statement:
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"A Revolutionary Tale" tells the little known facts about General George Washington's Civilian Army of 2000 Women, Children and Men who supported the Soldiers during the American Revolutionary War. This is one of those inspiring, epic stories about the founding of our country that touches us all and must be told. I present you the unique opportunity to support my timely movie that has the power to not only entertain a wide audience, but unite people through the magic of movie storytelling!
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The backdrop for “A Revolutionary Tale” follows the American Revolution from Valley Forge through the 1778 Battle of Monmouth. The movie is part love story and part American History; action, adventure, faith, drama, some humorous moments and a battle scene! The story is uniting, bringing the audience into the characters struggles and triumphs in what they endure and overcome in the name of faith, family, freedom and home.
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The movie highlights 60+ characters and 400+ special extras, many based on actual persons, bringing a face to people from all walks of life, from around the world, who joined the fight for freedom. Oneida Indian Nation, Germans, French, Free Black Men & Women and Slaves, Irish, Rich and Poor, Merchants, Bankers and Dirt Farmers – they put their differences aside to come together for one common goal – Freedom.
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The American War of Independence lasted eight years, and families played a significant role throughout. Although Elijah is a fictional character, this story is based on diaries, military letters, and papers preserved from the period.
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With a seasoned professional crew and talented cast, we are ready to roll camera with your financial contribution. We are entertaining Individual Donors, Major Sponsors and Executive Producers. From the Heart Productions is our Fiscal Sponsor - their IRS number is 95 444 5418 and, as a donor, you may use this number on your taxes with the donated amount for a tax deduction.
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On behalf of my entire cast and crew, we sincerely thank you for your support!
Let's Make a Movie!
~ Andrea M Clarke - Producer, Writer, Director
MEET THE CAST & CREW
BUY THE BOOKS THAT INSPIRED THE MOVIE!
George Washington's Army & Me and Elijah and George
by Author and Illustrator Michael Dooling.
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AUTHOR'S NOTE
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During the Revolutionary War, many women and children followed their husbands and fathers to war because they had nowhere else to go. Some families could not support themselves without the men. Others did not feel safe when British troops occupied their towns. So they marched, camped and worked right alongside George Washington's Army.
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They laundered clothes, mended wounds, cooked, cared for the sick, and herded sheep or cattle. In exchange for their labor, women received a half ration and children a quarter ration.
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Despite their support and contributions, George Washington said that women and children were a "clog in my movement." Nevertheless, he allowed them to stay because he was afraid the soldiers would leave without their families.
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Washington issued General Orders
to control families. When marching
up to nine miles a day, they had to
walk behind the wagons and carry
all their belongings. Women and
children slept on the ground in the
open elements, while soldiers slept
eight to a tent removed from their
families.
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One of the few pleasures children
like the movie's main character Elijah had was games like Draughts. It was a popular game among the colonials, and is now referred to as checkers.
Will the game of draughts save young Elijah's life to reunite with his father to get back home?
