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K. Kaiser hosts a lively show for U.S. troops, featuring Pat Friday singing "Iowa" to evoke nostalgia. The Swing Wing delivers a vibrant "Bugle Call Rag." Jerry Colonna provides laughs with his search for a summer host, and Gary Cooper charms in a comedic skit. Kaiser ends with gratitude to the troops, leaving listeners uplifted.

K. Kaiser puts on an exciting show for American soldiers, with Pat Friday singing "Iowa" to make them think of home. The Swing Wing plays an energetic "Bugle Call Rag." Jerry Colonna makes everyone laugh while looking for someone to host during summer, and Gary Cooper delights the audience in a funny scene. Kaiser wraps up by thanking the troops, making listeners feel good.

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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