June Haver Desi Arnaz

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June Haver runs a program made for American soldiers, where Desi Arnaz performs "Cuban Pete" and "Babaloo." June sings a song about living simply. Larry Storch does a funny scene from "Duffy's Tavern," and Red Skelton plays Junior in a family comedy act. The program wraps up by honoring the military men and women and saying thanks for what they do.

June Haver hosts a show for U.S. Armed Forces, featuring Desi Arnaz performing "Cuban Pete" and "Babaloo." June sings about the simple life. Larry Storch entertains with a skit from "Duffy's Tavern," while Red Skelton amuses as Junior in a family comedy. The show ends with a tribute to the troops, thanking them for their 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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