Product ID: 1942RNNE
Control Number: 7497936
1942 Radio News 93 Episodes
1942 Radio News is a vivid collection of authentic broadcast news reports that documents the first full year of the United States’ active involvement in World War II. These powerful recordings capture the unfolding global conflict as it was heard by Americans at home — through the urgent voices of wartime correspondents, official government announcements, and daily news bulletins. With the country now fully mobilized after the attack on Pearl Harbor, radio became the nation’s most trusted and immediate source of information. The broadcasts in 1942 Radio News reflect both the scale of the war and the transformation of American life on the home front.
This collection serves as a historical sound archive of a world at war, offering listeners a front-row seat to the tension, patriotism, and rapid change that defined 1942.
The Stars
Among the most recognized voices featured in 1942 Radio News are legendary broadcasters such as Edward R. Murrow, H.V. Kaltenborn, Lowell Thomas, and Elmer Davis, now appointed as head of the Office of War Information. Murrow continued his riveting reports from London, while American correspondents embedded with troops in Europe, North Africa, and the Pacific offered live or delayed updates via shortwave.
These reporters helped define the style of modern war correspondence — brave, measured, and determined to convey the human cost and strategic stakes of global events.
Key Dates
• January 1942 – President Franklin D. Roosevelt delivers his State of the Union address, declaring the U.S. a full participant in the “global war for freedom.”
• February–June 1942 – News coverage follows the early months of combat in the Pacific Theater, including the fall of Singapore, the Doolittle Raid, and the Battle of Midway, a turning point in the Pacific war.
• Summer 1942 – American forces begin combat operations in North Africa, and coverage shifts toward the European and Mediterranean fronts.
• June–December 1942 – Domestic reports focus on rationing, war bond drives, and the rapid expansion of wartime industries, including coverage of women entering the workforce.
• Throughout 1942 – Listeners hear updates on Nazi advances in Russia, Axis atrocities, and Allied cooperation, including joint announcements between Roosevelt and Churchill.
Other Information
Radio in 1942 was more than just a news source — it was a unifying force for a nation at war. Bulletins were often delivered with no commercial interruption, and many stations carried special war reports several times daily. Programs were interrupted regularly for battlefield updates, presidential addresses, and alerts from the War Department. Voices of war correspondents came in via shortwave, often crackling with static, adding to the sense of urgency and realism.
The broadcasts also reflect the growing use of propaganda and morale-building messages, both subtle and overt, with emphasis on unity, sacrifice, and patriotic duty. News segments often ended with reminders to conserve materials, buy war bonds, and support the troops.
Today, 1942 Radio News is a powerful historical resource and immersive listening experience. It preserves the exact sound and sentiment of a nation at war — a time when the radio served as America’s lifeline to the battlefield, the president, and the pulse of the world.
This collection comes preloaded on a USB stick, allowing you to easily transfer all episodes to the device of your choice. Enjoy seamless playback a perfect blend of vintage charm and modern convenience.
Suggested Retail Price: $19.99
Mice Price: $15.39
Length: 20
Width: 93
Weight: 0.0500 pounds
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