Cavalcade of America

Ep 697

In the Cavalcade of America episode titled No Doll Was Abigail, we meet Abigail Scott Dunaway, a resilient woman in 1870s Oregon who faces legal and societal obstacles as she strives for independence. After her husband becomes an invalid, Abigail returns to work but discovers tha…

Ep 698

In this gripping episode of Cavalcade of America, titled The Raft, we follow Eddie Rickenbacker, portrayed by Robert Montgomery, as he survives a plane crash in the Pacific during World War II. Stranded on a small raft with fellow airmen, Rickenbacker reflects on his life and the…

Ep 699

In A Duel with Aunt Rebecca, James Shields, a state auditor in 1842 Illinois, finds himself at the center of political turmoil after his decision regarding the state bank's funds leads to public outrage. As he navigates the fallout, he receives a series of mocking letters from an…

Ep 700

In Militant Angel, Annie Warburton Goodrich, portrayed by Margaret Sullivan, embodies the essence of nursing as a calling rather than just a job. The story unfolds through the eyes of Sarah Jennings, a young woman who initially seeks a quick path to becoming a nurse but is challe…

Ep 701

In the Cavalcade of America episode titled Top Secret, General Mark Clark is tasked with a perilous mission in October 1942. As the war intensifies, he and his team must navigate a web of espionage and potential betrayal to secure vital intelligence on the French military's dispo…

Ep 702

In The Torchbearer, set in 1676 Virginia, Nathaniel Bacon emerges as a leader among settlers struggling against the oppressive rule of Governor Berkeley. As he navigates the challenges of colonial life, Bacon learns of the injustices faced by his fellow colonists, who are burdene…

Ep 703

In the episode Path to the Stars, John Brashear, portrayed by Barry Sullivan, is a dedicated steel mill worker in Pittsburgh who aspires to build a telescope. With the encouragement of his wife, Phoebe, he overcomes financial challenges and dedicates his nights to crafting a lens…

Ep 704

In The Silent Service, Lieutenant Commander Roy Benson commands the submarine Trigger as it navigates the perilous waters off Japan during World War II. The crew endures a relentless depth charge attack, testing their resolve and camaraderie. Amidst the chaos, tensions rise as so…

Ep 705

In the Cavalcade of America episode titled Chinese Daughter, Jade Snow Wong recounts her childhood experiences as a Chinese American girl in San Francisco. She grapples with the strict cultural expectations imposed by her family, particularly her father, who emphasizes discipline…

Ep 706

In They Shall Have Music, Theodore Thomas, portrayed by Paul Lucas, anxiously awaits two trustees from the Chicago Orchestra who hold the key to his future. Set in 1903 Chicago, the stakes are high as he faces the possibility of resigning if the necessary funds are not raised. Hi…

Ep 707

In Sound the Great Bell, Thomas Jefferson, portrayed by Lee Bowman, arrives in Philadelphia in 1776 seeking a place to stay. He meets Mistress Grape, who offers him lodgings in her home. As the story unfolds, Jefferson engages in deep conversations about the principles of freedom…

Ep 708

In the Cavalcade of America episode Towards a New World, the story unfolds in a brewery near Leeds, England, where Joseph Priestley, an inquisitive minister, engages in bubble collecting as part of his amateur chemistry experiments. His work captures the interest of Lord Shelburn…

Ep 709

In Cavalcade of America's episode No One Is Alone, a troubled stranger named Maxwell finds himself on a railway bridge, ready to end his life. However, Officer Rogers intervenes, bringing him to Laura Wiley, a compassionate caseworker with Traveler's Aid. As they engage in a hear…

Ep 710

In Girl on a Mission, set during the pivotal autumn of 1781, Emily Geiger, portrayed by Joan Caulfield, finds herself at the heart of the American Revolution. With British forces threatening the patriots, General Nathaniel Green devises a plan to send Emily on a covert mission to…

Ep 711

In this episode of Cavalcade of America, titled Listen My Children, we follow Paul Revere as he receives urgent news about the British troops' movements. With the fate of the American Revolution hanging in the balance, Revere is tasked with riding to Lexington to warn John Hancoc…