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1 online resource (1 audio file (2hr., 55 min.)) : digital. |
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digital digital recording rda |
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data file rda |
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Digital content provided by hoopla. |
| Performer |
Read by Nat Segaloff. |
| Summary |
The Hollywood Canteen was the jewel in the crown of World War II Hollywood. From 1942 to 1945, over three million servicemen came through its doors on their way to fight in the Pacific-some never to return. There, in a converted barn in the heart of Hollywood, soldiers were fed, entertained by, and danced with some of the biggest stars in the world. The Canteen was free to all servicemen or women, regardless of race, inviting them to jive to the music of Kay Kyser and Harry James, laugh at Bob Hope's jokes, be handed sandwiches by Rita Hayworth, or dance with Hedy Lamarr. Knowing they were so appreciated, the soldiers were armed with the kinds of hope and encouragement that would help them win a war. The Hollywood Canteen: Where the Greatest Generation Danced with the Most Beautiful Girls in the World is the only complete history of the Canteen. "A welcome look inside the nightclub/restaurant cofounded by Bette Davis and John Garfield to entertain servicemen during World War II." |
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Mode of access: World Wide Web. |
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Hollywood Canteen.
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World War, 1939-1945 -- Social aspects -- United States.
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Motion picture actors and actresses -- California -- Los Angeles -- History.
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Los Angeles (Calif.) -- Social conditions -- 20th century.
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Torrence, Bruce T., author.
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Leslie, Joan, 1925-2015, writer of foreword.
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Segaloff, Nat, narrator.
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hoopla digital.
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| ISBN |
9781799924586 (sound recording : hoopla Audio Book) |
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1799924580 (sound recording : hoopla Audio Book) |
| Music No. |
MWT13824550 |
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