Bob Hope Bing Crosby Betty Hutton

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Bob Hope hosts this show that brings laughs and songs to American soldiers. Bing Crosby sings "Swinging on a Star" and other tunes, while Betty Hutton performs "Pig Foot Pete." The cast puts on a funny classroom act. Bob Hope tells jokes about military life, and Gypsy Rose Lee appears for clever back-and-forth banter. The whole episode honors the troops and hopes they stay safe.

The show is hosted by Bob Hope, featuring comedy and music for U.S. troops. Bing Crosby performs "Swinging on a Star" and more, while Betty Hutton sings "Pig Foot Pete." A schoolroom-themed skit adds fun. Bob Hope delivers a military-themed monologue, and Gypsy Rose Lee joins with witty exchanges. The episode is dedicated to the troops, wishing them safety.

Command Performance was a radio program which originally aired between 1942 and 1949. The program was broadcast on the Armed Forces Radio Network (AFRS) and transmitted by shortwave to overseas troops — but with few exceptions, it was not broadcast over domestic U.S. radio stations.

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