$10,000 ($157,087.50 in 2024) was spent on building an entire village, which was lit by torches, bonfires, and colored lights, only for it to be razed to the ground as part of the 'big scene' in the movie.
The movie was considered propaganda, and the producer, Harry Levey, was called before the Senate to answer questions regarding it.
The movie had two (sold out) premiers, a precedent, referred to as 'special showings', and a 'double invitation', at which notable figures spoke, and Woodrow Wilson and Franklin D. Roosevelt both attended and when it was released to the public, it was so popular that it was only shown at the larger venues.
The movie had merchandise in the form of a program, which cinema attendees could purchase for 5 cents.
The movie was selected to be shown as part of the government designated and national; Veterans Appeal Day and the League of Nations Day.