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Tired of the everyday routine? Ever dream of a life of romantic adventure? Wanna get away from it all? We offer you Escape! Escape designed to free you from the four walls of today for a half hour of high adventure! Escape! Brought to you by your Richfield Gasoline dealer and the Richfield Oil Corporation of New York. Marketers of Richfield Gasolines, Motor Oils and other petroleum products. Look for the Richfield Eagle on the Cream and Blue Pumps! Tonight we escape to Berli…

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Synopsis

In Pass to Berlin, an episode of Escape, we are introduced to Ed Sawyer, an American soldier stationed in post-war Berlin. The city, a stark reminder of the devastation wrought by war, serves as the backdrop for Ed's internal struggle. He is haunted by his memories and the consequences of his actions, particularly as he interacts with Greta, a local woman who represents the pain and disillusionment of her country. Their encounter is charged with emotion, revealing the complexities of their respective situations in a city still reeling from conflict.

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Escape, Episode 111

Pass to Berlin

Friday, May 19, 1950 · 29:31

Escape, Episode 111

Pass to Berlin

Friday, May 19, 1950 · 29:31

Summary

In Pass to Berlin, an American soldier in post-war Berlin grapples with his past and a web of death surrounding him. As he navigates a city filled with tension, he faces the consequences of his actions amidst a haunting atmosphere.

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  • 1950 — A barge containing munitions destined for Pakistan explodes in the harbor at South Amboy, New Jersey, devastating the city.

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