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We Do It Because

We Do It Because

Basil Wrangell

1942

  • History
6.5

This John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short explores the origins of various customs such as shaking hands, kissing, and why ships are christened.

Cast & crew

  • Basil WrangellDirector
  • John NesbittNarrator (voice)
  • Mark DanielsNancy's Husband (uncredited)
  • Ava GardnerLucretia Borgia (uncredited)
  • Tom HerbertMan Dining with Lucretia Borgia (uncredited)
  • Mitchell LewisOfficer on Santa Maria (uncredited)
  • Dorothy MorrisNancy (uncredited)
  • Dick RichMutinous Sailor (uncredited)

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