Kay Kyser Lina Romay Esther Williams

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Don Wilson opens the variety show hosted by Kay Kyser, aimed at entertaining U.S. troops. Lena Romay sings about personality, while Jean Sablon delivers a smooth vocal piece. Michael Douglas and Lucy Ann perform "Coffee Time." Alan Young's comedy centers on his admiration for Esther Williams. Kay Kyser ends with gratitude for the armed forces.

Don Wilson kicks off Kay Kyser's variety show made to entertain American soldiers. Lena Romay performs a song about personality, and Jean Sablon gives a smooth singing performance. Michael Douglas and Lucy Ann do "Coffee Time." Alan Young's funny act focuses on how much he likes Esther Williams. Kay Kyser wraps up by thanking the military.

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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