It was one of the first American news films to show World War I from the German perspective, compiled of newsreels released by the Chicago Tribune.
The film premiered in New York City at the 44th Street theater in September 1915.
[1] Thompson described the film:[1] "If you had been with me in Germany and had seen the German soldiery, the wonderful discipline, the endless preparation ... you would have said: 'The whole world can't whip them.'
But then, if you had been on the other side with me and could have seen the bravery of the English, the enthusiasm of the French, the courage of the Belgians and the great organization of the allies you would have said again: 'They can't be whipped.
[2] After the film opened in New York City it generated such interest that the line extended for several blocks and would-be moviegoers were forced to buy their tickets from scalpers.