Cavalcade of America

Ep 312

In the Cavalcade of America episode Between Them Both, we meet Flory, a young woman working at an airplane factory during World War II. As she juggles her responsibilities at home and work, Flory's late arrivals to her job become a point of contention, not only affecting her perf…

Ep 313

In Diary on a Pig Boat, the audience is taken aboard a U.S. Navy submarine prowling the treacherous waters of the Pacific during World War II. The crew, led by a young ensign, must remain vigilant as they face the looming threat of enemy destroyers that could expose their positio…

Ep 314

In the Cavalcade of America episode Soldiers of the Tide, the narrative centers on the United States Marines during World War II, specifically on the island of Guadalcanal. Lieutenant Peters and his commanding officer discuss their strategy to capture a critical blockhouse that s…

Ep 315

In The Flying Tigers, the story unfolds in January 1942, as a small band of American pilots defends China against Japanese forces. With limited resources and under constant threat, these aviators, known as the Flying Tigers, embody courage and determination. The narrative highlig…

Ep 316

In this episode of Cavalcade of America, we follow Captain William Eaton, portrayed by Joseph Cotton, as he navigates the treacherous waters of diplomacy and warfare in 1802. With American merchant ships being extorted for tribute by the Barbary states, Eaton is determined to put…

Ep 317

In The Perfect Tribute, the audience is transported to November 18, 1863, where President Abraham Lincoln is preparing for a pivotal speech at Gettysburg. As he faces the immense pressure of honoring those who have died in battle, Lincoln reflects on the sacrifices made by both U…

Ep 318

In War Comes to Dr. Morgan, Dr. Morgan is torn between his commitment to his patients in Pineville and the call to serve his country as a physician in the war. With the pressure mounting from his community and the medical board, he must decide whether to stay and care for those w…

Ep 319

In the comedic melodrama The Plot to Kidnap General Washington, Hercules Mulligan, portrayed by Edmund Gwen, is a tailor who secretly serves as a spy for the American Revolution. Set in 1780 at West Point, Mulligan finds himself entangled in a plot that could endanger General Was…

Ep 320

In Diary of a Saboteur, tensions escalate as Carl Ritter, a Nazi secret agent, is sent to the United States to gather intelligence on a new weapons factory. The story unfolds in 1939, where Ritter's mission is not only to assess the factory's capabilities but also to ensure that…

Ep 321

In The Eighteenth Captain, the story unfolds in Philadelphia as John Paul Jones passionately argues for the creation of a Continental Navy to protect American towns from British attacks. Despite skepticism from the naval committee, Jones's experience and conviction resonate with…

Ep 322

In this gripping episode of Cavalcade of America, Edward G. Robinson stars as Special Agent McVean, who is called to action when a desperate father receives a chilling note threatening his baby daughter. The note warns that if the father alerts the police, his child will be in gr…

Ep 323

In Lifetide, Dr. Norman Bethune, portrayed by Alfred Lunt, faces his own mortality as he and three fellow doctors grapple with tuberculosis in a sanitarium. As they discuss their fates, Bethune's resolve to make a difference emerges, leading him to perform a risky self-surgery th…

Ep 324

In The Cook on the P.T. Boat Writes Home, Joe Caldwell, a talented cook, is about to leave for the Navy, and he spends his final night at Nick's Diner with his girlfriend, Sally Lou. As he prepares to enlist, they dream of a future together, but the reality of war looms over them…

Ep 325

In Submarine Astern, the story unfolds around Dan Harper, a gunners mate in the United States Coast Guard, as he spends time in port before heading out to sea. Amidst the camaraderie and banter with fellow sailors, Dan grapples with feelings of competition and the weight of his r…

Ep 326

In The Lengthening Shadow, we witness a portrait of Thomas Jefferson, portrayed by Frederick March, as he contemplates his legacy and the founding ideals of America. The episode marks the 200th anniversary of Jefferson's birth, exploring his journey from a young lawyer in Virgini…