Man Behind the Gun
The USS Boise, Part 1 of 2
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Man Behind the Gun is a wartime radio program centered on the people and experiences behind American military service. This recording features the USS Boise, a U.S. Navy light cruiser, and presents its story in two parts.
The program uses dramatic radio storytelling to bring military subjects to listeners through spoken performance and sound. Its focus on a named ship offers a glimpse of the human stories associated with service at sea, while the two-part presentation gives this subject room to unfold.
With its direct, serious approach, Man Behind the Gun reflects the wartime interest in the lives and work of those serving in uniform. This installment offers a focused portrait of the USS Boise and the people connected with it.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.