Horatio Hornblower
Attack on the Haiti Fort
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Horatio Hornblower follows the career of a British naval officer during the age of sail. Adapted from C. S. Forester’s novels, the stories center on Hornblower’s demanding life at sea, where command brings responsibility for his crew as well as the success of each mission.
The radio drama brings naval adventure to life through acted scenes, dialogue, and sound effects that evoke ships, storms, and the pressures of life aboard a warship. Its stories draw on the routines and dangers of service at sea, from tactical decisions and encounters with enemy forces to the personal challenges faced by officers and sailors.
The tone combines action with a close attention to duty, discipline, and character. Hornblower is a capable but often self-questioning leader, making the series appealing both as a seafaring adventure and as a portrait of a man learning to bear command.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.
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