America Goes to War: The Homefront in World War II (1990): S01E08 – Accentuating the Positive

Introduction America Goes to War: The Homefront in World War II is a10 part documentary series by director Outline This episode depicts Hollywood stars going overseas to put on shows for troops in the war zones. Legends like Bob Hope and Marlene Dietrich stage elaborate events for servicemen. In similar fashion, Armed Forces Radio carries…

Andrew Marshall

02/11/2022

1–2 minutes

History, Military TV Series, War, World War Two

Introduction

America Goes to War: The Homefront in World War II is a10 part documentary series by director

Outline

This episode depicts Hollywood stars going overseas to put on shows for troops in the war zones. Legends like Bob Hope and Marlene Dietrich stage elaborate events for servicemen. In similar fashion, Armed Forces Radio carries American swing music, news, and pop culture around the world.

America Goes to War: The Homefront in World War II Series

You can find a full index and overview of America Goes to War: The Homefront in World War II here.

Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 27 January 1990 (US) and January 2001 (US).
Rating: Unknown.
Running Time: 60 minutes (per episode).
Country: US.
Language: English.