Cavalcade of America

Ep 355

In the Cavalcade of America episode titled Burma Surgeon, George Brent portrays Dr. Gordon S. Seagrave, a dedicated physician in Burma whose life is transformed by the onset of World War II. The story unfolds in May 1942, as Dr. Seagrave treats wounded soldiers from various natio…

Ep 356

In Joe Dyer Ends a War, Joe Dyer is determined to claim new land in Pennsylvania, believing that taking what he wants is part of the American spirit. His mother, concerned for his safety, warns him of the potential for conflict with local residents who may not welcome the newcome…

Ep 357

In this gripping episode of Cavalcade of America, Captain John and his crew aboard the merchant ship Contessa find themselves in a race against time. With orders to deliver vital supplies for an impending invasion, they must navigate treacherous waters that threaten their very su…

Ep 358

In this episode of Cavalcade of America, titled Soldiers of the Soil, the story centers on John Landis and his brother David, who returns home from the war. As John proudly shares the successes of their farm during a challenging year, David, now blind from his service, struggles…

Ep 359

In The Wise Mad General, the story unfolds in the harsh winter of 1780, where the Pennsylvania line soldiers, led by Brigadier General Anthony Wayne, grapple with the dire conditions of war. As they endure hunger and cold, their loyalty is tested when loved ones from home reveal…

Ep 360

In the Cavalcade of America episode titled Navy Doctor, we follow Dr. Charles F. Flower, a medical officer aboard the heavy cruiser Astoria during World War II. As he navigates the complexities of performing surgery under the threat of enemy attacks, Dr. Flower's calm demeanor an…

Ep 361

In Check Your Heart at Home, Jennifer Prescott, portrayed by Shirley Booth, is an American Red Cross worker stepping into a world of uncertainty as she prepares to serve overseas during World War II. The story unfolds with her reflections on love, career aspirations, and the impa…

Ep 363

In the gripping episode U-Boat Prisoner from Cavalcade of America, Richard Arlen portrays Archie Gibbs, a merchant seaman whose luck takes a dire turn when he is torpedoed twice on the same voyage. After surviving the initial attack and drifting at sea, he is picked up by a Germa…

Ep 364

In Bullseye for Sammy, Sammy Bryan, a seventeen-year-old from Jersey, enlists in the Navy during World War II and undergoes rigorous training at a submarine chaser center in Miami. Under the watchful eye of Lieutenant Helfer, Sammy and his fellow recruits learn essential seamansh…

Ep 365

In this episode of Cavalcade of America, James Gleason embodies Ernie Pyle, the beloved war correspondent, as he delivers heartfelt letters from soldiers to their families. These letters serve as a bridge between the front lines and home, revealing the struggles, hopes, and human…