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World War, Living Overseas and the G.I. Jive…

Posted on July 25, 2009 by tony

(1) For a lonely GI, serving overseas during World War II ripped them away from home, hearth, and their favorite girl.  Considering many of them were either teenagers or just a few years past, it was tough.  War is never pleasant, no matter where you serve. One of the best ways to feel a little … Continue reading »

Categories: 1940's, Media Personalities, World War II | Tags: AFRS, Bing, Crooners, Dinah Shore, GI, GI Jill, Hollywood, OTR, Radio Service, shortwave, Sinatra | 2 Comments
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