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Marvin Miller hosts a show for troops, offering music and comedy. Gertrude Neeson performs "Heat Wave" and "Golden Earring," captivating with her style. Danny Kaye entertains with comedy, including a skit with a GI's critique. Ray Sinatra plays "All the Things You Are." The show ends with thanks to artists for uplifting troops.

Marvin Miller runs a program for soldiers, bringing them music and laughs. Gertrude Neeson sings "Heat Wave" and "Golden Earring," winning over the crowd with her performance. Danny Kaye delivers comedy acts, featuring a funny scene with a soldier's review. Ray Sinatra performs "All the Things You Are." The program wraps up with appreciation to the performers for lifting the spirits of the troops.

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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