Peter Lind Hayes Mary Healey Mello Larks

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Host High Aberbach starts the show with jokes to make everyone feel comfortable. Italian singer Gary Healey wins over the audience with his beautiful songs, and Mary charms everyone when she performs "Ain't Misbehavin'." Peter Lind Hayes gets big laughs with his funny acts and trades clever jokes back and forth with Mary. The program aims to lift the spirits of American soldiers around the world.

Host High Aberbach opens with humor, setting a relaxed tone. Italian vocalist Gary Healey captivates with melodic tunes, while Mary enchants with “Ain’t Misbehavin’.” Peter Lind Hayes brings laughter with comedic routines, exchanging witty banter with Mary. The show is dedicated to boosting U.S. troops' morale worldwide.

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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