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The Cavalcade of America, sponsored by the DuPont Company, makers of better things for better living through chemistry, and starring Richard Widmark. Tonight's DuPont play is about a liberty ship in World War II and her strange, exciting mission. One of her officers was Maury Reynolds, and as our DuPont story opens, here's our star, Richard Widmark as Maury Reynolds. I was third mate on the liberty ship Bedford Forest. He was carrying a cargo of aviation gasoline in a hold a…

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In the gripping episode General Forrest Rides Again from Cavalcade of America, we find ourselves aboard the liberty ship Bedford Forest during World War II. The ship, tasked with delivering crucial supplies, is struggling to keep pace with the convoy due to mechanical failures. Officer Maury Reynolds, who serves as the third mate, is particularly anxious, not only about the ship's condition but also about his brother's safety, who is fighting on the beachhead. The tension is palpable as they are aware of the dangers posed by enemy aircraft and submarines lurking nearby.

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Cavalcade of America, Episode 649

General Forrest Rides Again

Tuesday, March 28, 1950 · 29:55

Cavalcade of America, Episode 649

General Forrest Rides Again

Tuesday, March 28, 1950 · 29:55

Summary

In General Forrest Rides Again, a liberty ship in World War II faces a critical mission while her crew grapples with the challenges of war and personal stakes. Officer Maury Reynolds is particularly anxious about his brother's safety on the beachhead.

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