CP George Murphy Martha Tilton
Description
Marvin Miller puts on an entertainment show for American soldiers, with George Murphy singing "Embraceable You" and Martha Tilton performing "How Are Things in Glocca Morra?" for troops stationed in Japan. The Charioteers perform "I Love You for Sentimental Reasons." Funny acts include jokes about firemen's red suspenders and a mock "War Department" announcement. The program wraps up by thanking the entertainers and the Armed Forces Radio Service.
Marvin Miller hosts a variety show for U.S. troops, featuring George Murphy singing "Embraceable You" and Martha Tilton performing "How Are Things in Glocca Morra?" for soldiers in Japan. The Charioteers sing "I Love You for Sentimental Reasons." Comedy skits include firemen's red suspenders and a satirical "War Department" message. The show ends with thanks to performers and the Armed Forces Radio Service.
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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