- Born
- December 30, 1903
- Died
- February 13, 1998 (aged 94)
- Place of birth
- Muskogee, Oklahoma, USA
- Also known as
- Owen Crompton
Biography
Owen Crump was an American screenwriter, film director, and producer known for his work in propaganda films during World War II. Born in Muskogee, Oklahoma, he worked alongside Warner Bros. Studios and made propaganda films for the United States Army Air Forces. In 1942, he helped form the United States Army Air Forces's First Motion Picture Unit, where he served as a commander. Crump's contributions to the film industry included both military and civilian projects, showcasing his versatility and dedication to filmmaking.