We Do It BecauseHistory65We Do It Because65Historythumb_upthumb_downWe Do It BecauseJanuary 24, 1942Directed byBasil WrangellThis John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short explores the origins of various customs such as shaking hands, kissing, and why ships are christened.US content warning Last Updated: December 10, 2025 Request Update CastJohn NesbittNarrator (voice)Mark DanielsNancy's Husband (uncredited)Ava GardnerLucretia Borgia (uncredited)Tom HerbertMan Dining with Lucretia Borgia (uncredited)Mitchell LewisOfficer on Santa Maria (uncredited)Dorothy MorrisNancy (uncredited)Dick RichMutinous Sailor (uncredited)