Cavalcade of America

Ep 371

In The Purple Heart Comes to Free Meadows, a young sergeant named Charkey returns home to a warm welcome from his New England village after serving in the war. Uncle Caleb, eager to honor Charkey for his bravery and the Purple Heart he earned, organizes a potluck supper to celebr…

Ep 372

In Junior Angel, Ruth Crawford, a 14-year-old girl, is eager to contribute to the war effort during a time of national crisis. Inspired by the nurses she admires, she approaches the hospital superintendent, Miss Boyle, and insists on volunteering to help despite her young age. Ru…

Ep 373

In Odyssey to Freedom, Edward Kowalski, portrayed by Brian Donlevy, is a man driven by the desire to fight against tyranny after enduring the horrors of concentration camps. As he navigates the streets of Lisbon, he seeks the protection of the American Consulate, hoping to reunit…

Ep 374

In Song from Spokane, the story follows Patrice Munsell, an average girl from Spokane, Washington, who discovers her passion for singing. Her journey takes her from a small-town life to the grand stage of the Metropolitan Opera House, where she makes her debut at just 18 years ol…

Ep 375

In this episode of Cavalcade of America, titled G.I. Circuit, Joey Brown shares the inspiring journey of Lily Valentine, a performer who trades the bright lights of the stage for the harsh realities of entertaining soldiers in war zones. As she navigates the challenges of perform…

Ep 376

In So Sorry, No Mercy, Royal Arch Gunnison, portrayed by Pat O'Brien, serves as a foreign correspondent during the tumultuous days leading up to World War II. As Japan prepares for war, Gunnison warns the world through his broadcasts, but his efforts lead to his imprisonment in a…

Ep 377

In this episode of Cavalcade of America, Alan Ladd stars as William Prescott, an ambulance driver with the American Field Service in the Middle East. Prescott is called upon to tackle a smallpox epidemic that has already claimed lives and threatens the health of an entire Army di…

Ep 378

In this episode of Cavalcade of America, titled The First Commando, listeners are transported back to the Revolutionary War, where a group of irregular fighters known as Marion's Men employs unconventional tactics against the British. The narrative unfolds through the character o…

Ep 379

In A Mask for Jefferson, the audience is transported to Monticello, where an elderly Thomas Jefferson prepares to sit for a life mask. As he lies down, he contemplates his life and legacy, grappling with the weight of his achievements and the uncertainty of his impact on the nati…

Ep 380

In this episode of Cavalcade of America, titled The Story of Penicillin, the narrative unfolds against the backdrop of World War II, where medical professionals grapple with the urgent need for effective treatments for infected wounds. Dr. Howard W. Florey, portrayed by George Ko…

Ep 381

In The Adventures of Mark Twain, listeners are taken on a journey through the early life of Samuel Langhorne Clemens, who would become known as Mark Twain. Growing up in the small town of Hannibal, Missouri, he finds himself drawn to the Mississippi River, which becomes a signifi…

Ep 382

In this poignant episode of Cavalcade of America, Helen Hayes portrays Lieutenant Anne Morris, an Army nurse heading to the front lines in Italy during World War II. As Anne boards a landing craft, she reflects on her journey and the sacrifices made by nurses in the armed forces.…

Ep 383

In The Blessings of Liberty, Private Jim Hunter, portrayed by John Garfield, awaits an attack on the Anzio beachhead, contemplating the sacrifices made for freedom. As he and his fellow soldiers share stories and anxieties, Jim recalls moments from his childhood that highlight th…

Ep 384

In A Ship to Remember, the story unfolds aboard the aircraft carrier Hornet, where the crew members, including Bill and Joe, prepare for their roles in World War II. As they navigate the challenges of their new environment, they reflect on the significance of their ship, which em…

Ep 386

In this episode of Cavalcade of America, Major Matthew Clarkson finds himself in a moral quandary as he serves under General Benedict Arnold during the American Revolutionary War. The stakes are high as Arnold's ambition leads him to question the orders of his superiors, particul…