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The Cabalcade of America, sponsored by DuPont, maker of better things for better living through chemistry, presents José Ferrer and Everett Sloan in My Friend McNair. Before we begin our play, here's a tip on how you can make discarded furniture into beautiful new objects with DuPont Duco finishes. The answer is transfer magic, the redecorating hobby that's sweeping the country. From grandfather's old hat rack or chest of drawers, you can easily make colorful new pieces of f…

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Synopsis

In My Friend McNair, part of the Cavalcade of America series, we meet Joe Murley, a diner worker who is not particularly patriotic but finds himself drawn into a profound conversation on the eve of Independence Day. As he prepares to close the diner, a messenger girl arrives with a telegram for Connie, the wife of a prisoner of war named Ed. The telegram brings news that Ed is alive but imprisoned, stirring a mix of emotions in Connie and prompting Joe to reflect on his own experiences during the war.

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Cavalcade of America, Episode 390

My Friend McNair

Monday, July 3, 1944 · 29:54

Cavalcade of America, Episode 390

My Friend McNair

Monday, July 3, 1944 · 29:54

Summary

In My Friend McNair, an ex-soldier reflects on his experiences during the war and the impact of freedom on his life and those around him. As he shares his story with a diner waitress, the stakes of patriotism and personal sacrifice come to light.

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