The Railroad Hour was a delightful radio series that aired musical dramas and comedies from the late 1940s to the mid-1950s. Sponsored by the Association of American Railroads, the show condensed beloved musicals and operettas into shorter formats, focusing on works written before 1943.
 
 Here are some highlights:

• Host and Leading Man: The talented Gordon MacRae hosted each episode and played the leading male roles. His leading ladies came from both radio and the Metropolitan Opera.
• Musical Selections: The show featured excerpts from classic musicals such as:
  • No, No, Nanette (with co-star Doris Day)
  • Brigadoon (with co-star Jane Powell)
  • The Desert Song
  • Holiday Inn
  • The Merry Widow
  • The Mikado
  • Naughty Marietta
  • Show Boat
  • Song of Norway
  • State Fair
  • The Student Prince
  • The Vagabond King
• Musical Director: Carmen Dragon led the musical direction, and the show’s theme song was the familiar tune, “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad.”

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• “Cavalcade of America” was a historic radio anthology show sponsored by the DuPont Company, celebrating American history and pioneering achievements.
• – The show aired from 1935 to 1953 on radio, and later transitioned to television from 1952 to 1957.
• – It was known for its dramatic reenactments of significant events in American history, highlighting individual courage and innovation.
• – The series initially broadcasted on CBS and later moved to NBC, becoming a staple of old-time radio programming.
• – Episodes often focused on technological advancements and their positive impact on society, aligning with DuPont’s slogan, “Better Things for Better Living…Through Chemistry.”
• – The show played a key role in the development of corporate-sponsored programming, using storytelling to craft a positive image for the sponsor.
• – The “Cavalcade of America” serves as a valuable cultural artifact, offering insights into mid-20th-century American values and the power of radio storytelling.

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• “Cavalcade of America” was a historic radio anthology show sponsored by the DuPont Company, celebrating American history and pioneering achievements.
• – The show aired from 1935 to 1953 on radio, and later transitioned to television from 1952 to 1957.
• – It was known for its dramatic reenactments of significant events in American history, highlighting individual courage and innovation.
• – The series initially broadcasted on CBS and later moved to NBC, becoming a staple of old-time radio programming.
• – Episodes often focused on technological advancements and their positive impact on society, aligning with DuPont’s slogan, “Better Things for Better Living…Through Chemistry.”
• – The show played a key role in the development of corporate-sponsored programming, using storytelling to craft a positive image for the sponsor.
• – The “Cavalcade of America” serves as a valuable cultural artifact, offering insights into mid-20th-century American values and the power of radio storytelling.

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• “Cavalcade of America” was a historic radio anthology show sponsored by the DuPont Company, celebrating American history and pioneering achievements.
• – The show aired from 1935 to 1953 on radio, and later transitioned to television from 1952 to 1957.
• – It was known for its dramatic reenactments of significant events in American history, highlighting individual courage and innovation.
• – The series initially broadcasted on CBS and later moved to NBC, becoming a staple of old-time radio programming.
• – Episodes often focused on technological advancements and their positive impact on society, aligning with DuPont’s slogan, “Better Things for Better Living…Through Chemistry.”
• – The show played a key role in the development of corporate-sponsored programming, using storytelling to craft a positive image for the sponsor.
• – The “Cavalcade of America” serves as a valuable cultural artifact, offering insights into mid-20th-century American values and the power of radio storytelling.

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• “Cavalcade of America” was a historic radio anthology show sponsored by the DuPont Company, celebrating American history and pioneering achievements.
• – The show aired from 1935 to 1953 on radio, and later transitioned to television from 1952 to 1957.
• – It was known for its dramatic reenactments of significant events in American history, highlighting individual courage and innovation.
• – The series initially broadcasted on CBS and later moved to NBC, becoming a staple of old-time radio programming.
• – Episodes often focused on technological advancements and their positive impact on society, aligning with DuPont’s slogan, “Better Things for Better Living…Through Chemistry.”
• – The show played a key role in the development of corporate-sponsored programming, using storytelling to craft a positive image for the sponsor.
• – The “Cavalcade of America” serves as a valuable cultural artifact, offering insights into mid-20th-century American values and the power of radio storytelling.

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• “Cavalcade of America” was a historic radio anthology show sponsored by the DuPont Company, celebrating American history and pioneering achievements.
• – The show aired from 1935 to 1953 on radio, and later transitioned to television from 1952 to 1957.
• – It was known for its dramatic reenactments of significant events in American history, highlighting individual courage and innovation.
• – The series initially broadcasted on CBS and later moved to NBC, becoming a staple of old-time radio programming.
• – Episodes often focused on technological advancements and their positive impact on society, aligning with DuPont’s slogan, “Better Things for Better Living…Through Chemistry.”
• – The show played a key role in the development of corporate-sponsored programming, using storytelling to craft a positive image for the sponsor.
• – The “Cavalcade of America” serves as a valuable cultural artifact, offering insights into mid-20th-century American values and the power of radio storytelling.

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• “Cavalcade of America” was a historic radio anthology show sponsored by the DuPont Company, celebrating American history and pioneering achievements.
• – The show aired from 1935 to 1953 on radio, and later transitioned to television from 1952 to 1957.
• – It was known for its dramatic reenactments of significant events in American history, highlighting individual courage and innovation.
• – The series initially broadcasted on CBS and later moved to NBC, becoming a staple of old-time radio programming.
• – Episodes often focused on technological advancements and their positive impact on society, aligning with DuPont’s slogan, “Better Things for Better Living…Through Chemistry.”
• – The show played a key role in the development of corporate-sponsored programming, using storytelling to craft a positive image for the sponsor.
• – The “Cavalcade of America” serves as a valuable cultural artifact, offering insights into mid-20th-century American values and the power of radio storytelling.

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Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio

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• “Cavalcade of America” was a historic radio anthology show sponsored by the DuPont Company, celebrating American history and pioneering achievements.
• – The show aired from 1935 to 1953 on radio, and later transitioned to television from 1952 to 1957.
• – It was known for its dramatic reenactments of significant events in American history, highlighting individual courage and innovation.
• – The series initially broadcasted on CBS and later moved to NBC, becoming a staple of old-time radio programming.
• – Episodes often focused on technological advancements and their positive impact on society, aligning with DuPont’s slogan, “Better Things for Better Living…Through Chemistry.”
• – The show played a key role in the development of corporate-sponsored programming, using storytelling to craft a positive image for the sponsor.
• – The “Cavalcade of America” serves as a valuable cultural artifact, offering insights into mid-20th-century American values and the power of radio storytelling.

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Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio

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• “Cavalcade of America” was a historic radio anthology show sponsored by the DuPont Company, celebrating American history and pioneering achievements.
• – The show aired from 1935 to 1953 on radio, and later transitioned to television from 1952 to 1957.
• – It was known for its dramatic reenactments of significant events in American history, highlighting individual courage and innovation.
• – The series initially broadcasted on CBS and later moved to NBC, becoming a staple of old-time radio programming.
• – Episodes often focused on technological advancements and their positive impact on society, aligning with DuPont’s slogan, “Better Things for Better Living…Through Chemistry.”
• – The show played a key role in the development of corporate-sponsored programming, using storytelling to craft a positive image for the sponsor.
• – The “Cavalcade of America” serves as a valuable cultural artifact, offering insights into mid-20th-century American values and the power of radio storytelling.

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Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio

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• “Cavalcade of America” was a historic radio anthology show sponsored by the DuPont Company, celebrating American history and pioneering achievements.
• – The show aired from 1935 to 1953 on radio, and later transitioned to television from 1952 to 1957.
• – It was known for its dramatic reenactments of significant events in American history, highlighting individual courage and innovation.
• – The series initially broadcasted on CBS and later moved to NBC, becoming a staple of old-time radio programming.
• – Episodes often focused on technological advancements and their positive impact on society, aligning with DuPont’s slogan, “Better Things for Better Living…Through Chemistry.”
• – The show played a key role in the development of corporate-sponsored programming, using storytelling to craft a positive image for the sponsor.
• – The “Cavalcade of America” serves as a valuable cultural artifact, offering insights into mid-20th-century American values and the power of radio storytelling.

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