The "American Adventure" radio show was a historical program presented by the University of North Carolina. It explored the lives and characteristics of significant American figures throughout the nation's history.Here's a breakdown:
About the Show: The program aimed to be "a study of man in the new world, of his values and characteristics through the years, who he is, what he believes and lives by." It covered various historical events and individuals, from the legend of Johnny Appleseed and African American soldiers during WWI to Civil War stories and figures like Thomas Jefferson.
History: While three series were created, only one was broadcast outside of the University of North Carolina's student radio station, airing between 1955 and 1956. The entire production was performed at the university.
Writers and Directors: The series was written by John M. Ehle and directed by John S. Clayton.
Episodes: Episodes explored diverse topics, such as "King With Crown," "Hearth Fire," "Builders on the River," "The Rat on Lincoln Avenue," "Grenade," and "Grandfather Jefferson." Some episodes are available as part of "GSMC Classics: American Adventure."
Similarity to "American Trail": It is noted to be similar in theme to another show called "American Trail."
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American Adventure 55-11-03 (15) The Yankee Loves a Lady
Presented by the University of North Carolina, American Adventure is a historical show of American characters throughout the history of this nation. It begins, "This nation is young yet, still new and unfinished. Still now, America is man's greatest adventure in time and space.Similar in theme to American Trail, American Adventure is "a study of man in the new world, of his values and characteristics through the years, who he is, what he believes and lives by. It includes varied interesting stories such as the legend of Johnny Appleseed, African American soldiers during WWI, civil war stories, and about the man who got the idea to lay the Atlantic cable. Both educational and entertaining, American Adventure will have Yankees and Confederates alike waving their flag and sitting up straight to listen to these stories of our great country.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations (https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations)
4 Aug 2022
American Adventure 55-10-27 (14) The Battle
Presented by the University of North Carolina, American Adventure is a historical show of American characters throughout the history of this nation. It begins, "This nation is young yet, still new and unfinished. Still now, America is man's greatest adventure in time and space.Similar in theme to American Trail, American Adventure is "a study of man in the new world, of his values and characteristics through the years, who he is, what he believes and lives by. It includes varied interesting stories such as the legend of Johnny Appleseed, African American soldiers during WWI, civil war stories, and about the man who got the idea to lay the Atlantic cable. Both educational and entertaining, American Adventure will have Yankees and Confederates alike waving their flag and sitting up straight to listen to these stories of our great country.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations (https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations)
4 Aug 2022
American Adventure 55-10-20 (13) Jonny Appleseed
Presented by the University of North Carolina, American Adventure is a historical show of American characters throughout the history of this nation. It begins, "This nation is young yet, still new and unfinished. Still now, America is man's greatest adventure in time and space.Similar in theme to American Trail, American Adventure is "a study of man in the new world, of his values and characteristics through the years, who he is, what he believes and lives by. It includes varied interesting stories such as the legend of Johnny Appleseed, African American soldiers during WWI, civil war stories, and about the man who got the idea to lay the Atlantic cable. Both educational and entertaining, American Adventure will have Yankees and Confederates alike waving their flag and sitting up straight to listen to these stories of our great country.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations (https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations)
4 Aug 2022
American Adventure 55-10-06 (11) Dial Emergency
Presented by the University of North Carolina, American Adventure is a historical show of American characters throughout the history of this nation. It begins, "This nation is young yet, still new and unfinished. Still now, America is man's greatest adventure in time and space.Similar in theme to American Trail, American Adventure is "a study of man in the new world, of his values and characteristics through the years, who he is, what he believes and lives by. It includes varied interesting stories such as the legend of Johnny Appleseed, African American soldiers during WWI, civil war stories, and about the man who got the idea to lay the Atlantic cable. Both educational and entertaining, American Adventure will have Yankees and Confederates alike waving their flag and sitting up straight to listen to these stories of our great country.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations (https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations)
4 Aug 2022
American Adventure 55-09-29 (10) Appointment at Fords
Presented by the University of North Carolina, American Adventure is a historical show of American characters throughout the history of this nation. It begins, "This nation is young yet, still new and unfinished. Still now, America is man's greatest adventure in time and space.Similar in theme to American Trail, American Adventure is "a study of man in the new world, of his values and characteristics through the years, who he is, what he believes and lives by. It includes varied interesting stories such as the legend of Johnny Appleseed, African American soldiers during WWI, civil war stories, and about the man who got the idea to lay the Atlantic cable. Both educational and entertaining, American Adventure will have Yankees and Confederates alike waving their flag and sitting up straight to listen to these stories of our great country.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations (https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations)
4 Aug 2022
American Adventure 55-09-22 (09) The Rat on Lincoln Avenue
Presented by the University of North Carolina, American Adventure is a historical show of American characters throughout the history of this nation. It begins, "This nation is young yet, still new and unfinished. Still now, America is man's greatest adventure in time and space.Similar in theme to American Trail, American Adventure is "a study of man in the new world, of his values and characteristics through the years, who he is, what he believes and lives by. It includes varied interesting stories such as the legend of Johnny Appleseed, African American soldiers during WWI, civil war stories, and about the man who got the idea to lay the Atlantic cable. Both educational and entertaining, American Adventure will have Yankees and Confederates alike waving their flag and sitting up straight to listen to these stories of our great country.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations (https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations)
4 Aug 2022
American Adventure 55-09-08 (07) Grenade
Presented by the University of North Carolina, American Adventure is a historical show of American characters throughout the history of this nation. It begins, "This nation is young yet, still new and unfinished. Still now, America is man's greatest adventure in time and space.Similar in theme to American Trail, American Adventure is "a study of man in the new world, of his values and characteristics through the years, who he is, what he believes and lives by. It includes varied interesting stories such as the legend of Johnny Appleseed, African American soldiers during WWI, civil war stories, and about the man who got the idea to lay the Atlantic cable. Both educational and entertaining, American Adventure will have Yankees and Confederates alike waving their flag and sitting up straight to listen to these stories of our great country.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations (https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations)
4 Aug 2022
American Adventure 55-09-01 (06) Grandfather Jefferson
Presented by the University of North Carolina, American Adventure is a historical show of American characters throughout the history of this nation. It begins, "This nation is young yet, still new and unfinished. Still now, America is man's greatest adventure in time and space.Similar in theme to American Trail, American Adventure is "a study of man in the new world, of his values and characteristics through the years, who he is, what he believes and lives by. It includes varied interesting stories such as the legend of Johnny Appleseed, African American soldiers during WWI, civil war stories, and about the man who got the idea to lay the Atlantic cable. Both educational and entertaining, American Adventure will have Yankees and Confederates alike waving their flag and sitting up straight to listen to these stories of our great country.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations (https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations)
4 Aug 2022
American Adventure 55-08-25 (05) The Story of a Poet.
Presented by the University of North Carolina, American Adventure is a historical show of American characters throughout the history of this nation. It begins, "This nation is young yet, still new and unfinished. Still now, America is man's greatest adventure in time and space.Similar in theme to American Trail, American Adventure is "a study of man in the new world, of his values and characteristics through the years, who he is, what he believes and lives by. It includes varied interesting stories such as the legend of Johnny Appleseed, African American soldiers during WWI, civil war stories, and about the man who got the idea to lay the Atlantic cable. Both educational and entertaining, American Adventure will have Yankees and Confederates alike waving their flag and sitting up straight to listen to these stories of our great country.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations (https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations)
4 Aug 2022
American Adventure 55-08-11 (03) Builders on the River
Presented by the University of North Carolina, American Adventure is a historical show of American characters throughout the history of this nation. It begins, "This nation is young yet, still new and unfinished. Still now, America is man's greatest adventure in time and space.Similar in theme to American Trail, American Adventure is "a study of man in the new world, of his values and characteristics through the years, who he is, what he believes and lives by. It includes varied interesting stories such as the legend of Johnny Appleseed, African American soldiers during WWI, civil war stories, and about the man who got the idea to lay the Atlantic cable. Both educational and entertaining, American Adventure will have Yankees and Confederates alike waving their flag and sitting up straight to listen to these stories of our great country.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations (https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations)
4 Aug 2022
American Adventure 55-08-04 (02) Hearth Fire
There were three series created, but only one was broadcast outside of the University of North Carolina's student radio station, between 1955 and 1956, where the entire production had been performed. The first show of the series was introduced with the following opening:-"This is American Adventure. The first in a series of special programs presented by the National Broadcasting Company, in cooperation with the University of North Carolina. American Adventure deals with the soul of America as a living organism. Here then, each week, we dramatize man's greatest adventure on American Adventure.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations (https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations)
4 Aug 2022
American Adventure 55-07-28 (01) A King with a Crown
There were three series created, but only one was broadcast outside of the University of North Carolina's student radio station, between 1955 and 1956, where the entire production had been performed. The first show of the series was introduced with the following opening:-"This is American Adventure. The first in a series of special programs presented by the National Broadcasting Company, in cooperation with the University of North Carolina. American Adventure deals with the soul of America as a living organism. Here then, each week, we dramatize man's greatest adventure on American Adventure.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations (https://redcircle.com/american-adventure/donations)
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