Claudette Colbert Videos : 1945 Hollywood Victory Caravan

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1945 Hollywood Victory Caravan

Synopsis: A girl is desperate to get to DC to be with her lonesome brother, a wounded GI She persuades Bing to let her join his caravan. www.imdb.com The Hollywood Victory Caravan was a three-week railroad journey of 1942 that brought a number of famous performers across the United States to raise money for war bonds. Along the way there were numerous stops, which coincided with parades, performances, and other events. Some performers were present for the entire journey, others joined or left as their schedules permitted. Members of the Caravan were received by Eleanor Roosevelt at the White House. Performers included Laurel and Hardy, James Cagney, Bing Crosby, Bert Lahr, Pat O'Brien, Groucho Marx, Claudette Colbert, Cary Grant, Bob Hope, and Desi Arnaz. The comedic 19-minutes short was made in 1945 to help to promote the sale of War Bonds by Paramount Studios for the US Treasury, and to celebrate the event which starred many of the celebrities. Memorable quotes for Hollywood Victory Caravan Bob Hope: I even offered to kiss anybody that'd buy a fifty-dollar bond. I only sold one. Boris Karloff wants his money back. Alan Ladd: [after tripping Bill] Hey, this is more fun in real life than it is in the movies. Bill, the Security Guard: Hiya, Mr. Benchley. Got a pass for the lady? Robert Benchley: She doesn't need one, Bill. She's my new stand-in. Bob Hope: [after Olga slaps him] She just set the Good Neighbor policy back eight years. [first title card] Title Card: The ...

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