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The Spirit of '43
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The Spirit of '43

1943-01-07 · 6 min · ★ 5.0

Animation · War

Donald Duck deals with income taxes and their benefit to the American war effort in this inspirational documentary short animated film.

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Directors
Jack King
Production companies
Walt Disney Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Clarence NashClarence NashDonald Duck (voice) (uncredited)
Fred ShieldsFred ShieldsNarrator (voice) (uncredited)

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