The Cavalcade of America, Collection 1 Audiobook (Free)

In 1935, the DuPont Firm thought we would enhance its image by dramatizing great events in American history for an audience of large numbers each week for the Cavalcade of America. “Cavalcade” is normally a term used to spell it out pioneers who designed just how America operates today. DuPont’s motto: “Manufacturer of better points for better coping with chemistry” was examine at the start of each program, as well as the dramas emphasized humanitarian progress, particularly improvements in the lives of ladies, frequently through about The Cavalcade of America, Collection 1 technological innovation. One of the most exclusive series in all of radio, The Cavalcade of America shed light on little known situations in the lives of the pioneers of the great nation. The best talent in Hollywood stepped before the CBS microphones to superstar, including Humphrey Bogart, Adam Stewart, Helen Hayes, Basil Rathbone, Orson Welles, Bette Davis and Henry Fonda. Stories were by Arthur Miller, Carl Sandburg, Steven Vincent Benet, Norman Corwin, Arch Oboler and many more. The series appreciated a 20-year radio run, lasting until 1953, producing a transition to television from 1952 until 1957. Enjoy 12 of the greatest episodes from this award-winning drama series. 4/17/44 “A Cover up for Jefferson w/ Walter Huston”

10/16/44 “Report From the Pacific” w/ Bob Hope

10/23/44 “The Gal Lincoln Loved” w/ Joan Fontaine

12/4/44 “Doughnut Woman” w/ Lana Turner

12/11/44 “The Conquest of Discomfort” w/ Brian Donlevy

5/27/46 “Spin a Silver Buck” w/ Helen Hayes

1/27/47 “A Opportunity for Jimmy” w/ Basil Rathbone

2/3/47 “The Magnificent Failure” w/ Burgess Meredith

2/17/47 “Man Against the Mountain” w/ Chester Morris

2/24/47 “Abigail Opens the White House” w/ Ida Lupino

3/17/47 “The Guy with Green Fingers” w/ Lionel Barrymore

3/24/47 “The Man Who Stepped Aside” w/ Henry Fonda