Military Career
While pursuing a dual career in acting and directing, Crisp managed to serve in the war effort against Germany and her allies during the First World War (1914–1918). Between working for Griffith, other producers and his many acting roles, Crisp managed to return to Britain where he served in the army intelligence section. During the Second World War (1939–1945), Crisp again answered the call to duty at a time when his acting career was at its peak. This time, he served in U.S. Army Reserve, where he rose to the rank of colonel.
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