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So Sorry, No Mercy tells the gripping story of Royal Arch Gunnison, an American foreign correspondent and radio commentator, who becomes a voice of warning in the lead-up to World War II. As tensions rise and Japan prepares for war, Gunnison broadcasts urgent messages to alert his fellow Americans. His commitment to truth and justice puts him in grave danger, culminating in his capture and imprisonment by Japanese forces. The play begins with Gunnison reflecting on his experiences, setting the stage for a tale of resilience and courage.

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Cavalcade of America, Episode 376

So Sorry, No Mercy

Monday, March 27, 1944 · 29:45

Cavalcade of America, Episode 376

So Sorry, No Mercy

Monday, March 27, 1944 · 29:45

Summary

In So Sorry, No Mercy, Royal Arch Gunnison, an American foreign correspondent, faces the brutal realities of war as he broadcasts warnings about Japan's impending aggression. Despite being imprisoned, he remains determined to share the truth of his experiences with his countrymen.

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