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Terry O. Solomon hosts "Command Performance," an entertainment show made for American military troops. The music features Lena Roman, Harry Schneider, young piano talent Paulina Carter, and an upbeat version of "Managua, Nicaragua." The comedy acts help soldiers forget about the stress of fighting in the war. Solomon thanks viewers for watching and supporting the program.

Host Terry O. Solomon introduces "Command Performance," a variety show for the U.S. armed forces. Musical highlights include Lena Roman, Harry Schneider, piano prodigy Paulina Carter, and a lively performance of "Managua, Nicaragua." Comedy functions as a comic relief for the strains of war. The host thanks the audience for its support of the show.

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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