THE WAR TIME YEARS SERIES

THE WAR TIME YEARS is an outstanding collection of different hour-long programs each containing original war films and newsreels that cover the great battles of World War II on all fronts. Experience the sights and sounds of the land, sea and air battles that were The War Time Years of World War II in your home today. Each volume, unless otherwise indicated, is 60 minutes of rare battle films. $19.95 per volume. Exceptions noted.

VOLUME #1: Order No: MC-098

• OBJECTIVE SECURITY The Scene is Okinawa. The task is to help the civilian island population rebuild after experiencing Japanese atrocities and to eliminate the remaining Jap forces that have "dug-in" on the island on an inch by inch basis.
• FIND THE JAP--KILL THE JAP  An action film showing some of the greatest flying aces of the war.
• STAFF FILM REPORT #4  A variety of footage updating the activities of the Allies including the Mediterranean front, anti-aircraft against the Germans, invasion activities in England, the manufacturing of fighter planes, and a tank drawn infantry sled demonstrated in the Anzio area. Also included is footage of the Allies drive in Central Italy, Nazi prisoners, Santa Andrea ruins, and American tank attacks on German positions.
• OUR ALLIES  Chinese, Russian, and US military unite on all fronts in an attempt to stop aggression.

VOLUME #2: Order No: MC-099

• DEFEAT AND VICTORY  Our defeat at Kweilian, our Chinese base illustrates our attempts to cover up and destroy our air fields and positions so that the enemy cannot use them. Also shown is our victory in the Philippines, bombing the enemy, battle wreckage, our tough GIs and fighting Marines.
• TARGET: INVISIBLE  Footage of a B-29 base in the Marrinas, preparing for a mission to bomb the Japanese mainland, bombing by radar, pin-point bombing of Fujiama, Tokyo, and aircraft factories.
• THE STORY OF NAVAL AVIATION  This tape traces the history of naval aviation including the first carrier planes, early rare footage from WWII, and as far back as the 1920s. Also includes explanations of the various catapult equipment, flying boats, attacks against the Japanese and German U-boats and nuclear weapons jets.

VOLUME #3: Order No: MC-100

• BEHIND NAZI GUNS  A unique captured film from the Germans that shows the rise of Hitler and the entire Nazi regime from the German viewpoint including German propaganda on how they will defeat the Allies. Translated into English.
• TARGET GERMANY  Produced by the 8th Air Force. B-29 bombers in action from Britain to Germany. Fighter planes with exciting aerial footage of bombing missions exhibit the strength of this amazing aircraft.  Damaged planes and wounded soldiers comprise to make a most inspiring film.
• BACK DOOR TO JAPAN  Traces the war effort to gain entrance to Japan, India and the Burma Road.  Includes Myitkyina-capturing the last 150 miles, the daredevil unit  Merrils Marauders determined to kill Japs, as P-40s lead the way to victory. The monsoons and floodwaters are no match for the Flying Tigers and their determination for victory.
• THE EARTHMOVERS  A tribute to the Engineers and Sea-Bees with exciting action footage of bulldozers on the loose as companions in battle. They  rebuild air fields and  portable airstrips, and repair sabotaged bridges. Also shows Naples after the Nazis left with the wreckage and clearing of harbors destroyed by the enemy.

VOLUME #4: Order No: MC-101

• INVASION--NAZI VERSION  The Nazi version of the Normandy invasion shows Germany after Normandy, and the supposed toughness of German resistance in France. Also illustrates how Germany is still a formidable foe through Nazi eyes. A unique look at the war from the other side.
• RAF ACTION  The Royal Air Force in action with double-winged planes, sea planes, the building of planes, pilot training, fighter pilots in action, the Battle of Britain and convoys caught in hurricanes.
• WINGS UP  Narrated by Clark Gable. The story of officers candidate school in Florida and how we select good men for leaders. Features Gilbert Roland and Robert Preston. Also shows Football Heroes of the time, and a look at the first WWII carriers, the Hellcat, Corsair and Avenger.

VOLUME #5: Order No: MC-102

• COMBAT BULLETIN #21  Features Military operations on all fronts, progress in Southern France and the destruction, and activities in Italy. Also, shows the Bridge over Salween River in Burma, American 1st Army in Northern France and Belgium, Pacific clean-up and the American 3rd Army in action.
• THE BATTLE AHEAD  Shows our total victory over Japan, including our firepower, battling Navy ships and war strategy. Admiral Nimetz appeals for harder work for further advances and  the need for more support from all Allies.
• PERISHABLE: RUSH  This section shows medics in the field and their attempts to help our wounded boys in action, evacuation of casualties, and the troops that get to go home and those that re-join to help fight future battles.
• THIS IS AMERICA  An inspiring story of our wounded men and their courage in returning to action.

VOLUME #6: Order No: MC-103

• D-DAY MINUS ONE  Lt. General Burney M. Giles introduces scenes of the Allied Armies on the North Coast of France, the Airborne 82 Division, 10X Division, and the landing of paratroops before the D-Day Normandy invasion. Also seen are General Ike and the boys and an armada of glider planes against the Germans.
• TRAIN BUSTERS  Thrilling film showing the German Railway system and the Allied strategists' plans to destroy (them?). With footage of attacks on a German Ammunition train.
• WE SAID WE'D COME BACK  American troops on Guam with the strength of Allied forces including destroyers, subs, avenger planes and the destructive power of the Sea-Bees.
• WHAT'S HAPPENED TO SUGAR  Our victory over Japan, how the sugar shortage started and the vital uses of sugar for the war effort are illustrated.

VOLUME #7: Order No: MC-104 (30 min.) Price: $14.95

• NOW IT CAN BE TOLD   Shows the USS Guadalcanal on May 15, 1944 and the actual capturing of the U-505 German Submarine by Capt. Dan Gallery, prisoners of war, the arrival in Bermuda and the sweet feel of victory.
• WORKSHOPS FOR DEFENSE making the weapons of war on the home front by the National Youth Administration in Aviation.
• PEACE COMES TO AMERICA  Japan surrenders and President Truman speaks to America and the war ravaged countries of the world.

MC-054   P.O.W.  Sterling performances highlight this "live" UNITED STATES STEEL HOUR from October 27, 1953, describing the psychological torment our American G.I.’s faced when they returned to the U.S. after being in communist prison camps. Questions of heroes, courage, and cowardice are explored in a time when "brainwashing" was a new phenomena. The story takes place in an army hospital and stars Gary Merril, Phillis Kirk, Richard Kiley, and Brian Kieth. 55 minutes  $19.95

MC-168 VD MANIA: ONE A MINUTE / MIRACLE OF LIVING  1943.  World War 2 films shown to our armed forces.  ONE A MINUTE  Sailors get caught with some pretty sleazy dames at the Kit Kat club.  See Sugar Swanson in the dance of love!  Obviously, the boys find out Sugar has a lot more to offer than curves. MIRACLE OF LIVING  The story of a relationship.  The girl is a newspaper reporter, waiting for her GI to come home from the war. She remains true to her love; they marry upon his return.  Nevertheless, he was not true to her. Unknown to them, she develops VD and their life together is ruined.  A bitter look at the price of fornication with a 40's appeal. Look for Darren McGaven and other stars helping the war effort. 52 minutes  19.95

MC-130  THE STORY OF DE-733  1945.  Produced by Paramount for the U.S.Navy to control venereal disease.  Those in the service remember these films.  Dads have told their sons about them.  An explicit story of a ship, damaged by torpedoes.  Why?  All because a man on his post collapsed...from VD  Navy men will be Navy men...but when they go on leave...VD is everywhere.  Girls who are prostitutes, or as pretty and innocent as the girl next door, infect the crew.  There are so many men going to the doc with a "dose" it gets like "VD Madness."  Be prepared for explicit "man talk," sex education, and male anatomy exposed.  Watch this film seriously, or "tongue in cheek," but do not miss this military classic from the past.  53 minutes  $19.95

MC-052 THIS IS THE ARMY   A World War II extravaganza starring Joan Leslie, George Tobias, Alan Hale, Ronald Reagan, Joe Louis, Kate Smith, Irving Berlin, and more! A wartime effort to entertain the troops, as those who staged the WWI musical "Yip Yip Yaphank" reunite for the WWII effort. Songs, skits and big production fun with a wartime flavor. George Murphy plays Ronald Reagan father.120 minutes COLOR $19.95

MC-148  TELEPHONE TIME VOLUME #2  (1956, 1957) Excellent popular series based on true events.  Uplifting stories hosted by John Nesbitt, with all commercials intact in these full network versions.  BOARDERS AWAY (1956) The WW2  story of Captain Dan Gallery.  He convinced his superiors he could capture a German U-boat.  See the top secret preparation, the planning for booby traps, and the actual boarding and capturing of the U-505 German submarine.  This harrowing feat led to the capture of the German code books which helped shorten the war. This episode stars Arthur Space, James Dobson, and look for Scotty Beckett ("Winky" from Rocky Jones).  BULLET LOU KIRN (1957) Alan Baxter plays Lou Kirn, a Navy football star in 1931, a Squadron Commander during WW2, and a man faced with his biggest challenge in 1954...a dread form of paralysis.  During this personal battle he reaches out to save a paralyzed boy (young Johnny Crawford from "Rifleman").  A true story of courage--Kirn promises to walk if the boy will walk too!  Also starring Harold J. Stone and Herbert Rudley.60 minutes  $19.95

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