Baseball, apple pie, and John Wayne's steadfast allegiance to America — these are symbols that bring to mind a sense of pride and a touch of nostalgia.
What better way to pay homage to this great nation this summer than by celebrating with the Duke?
As an amazing time capsule of all-star entertainment, John Wayne's Tribute to America provides a humorous and heartfelt snapshot of a country we once knew — and hope to one day know again.
In his special program, first aired on NBC in 1970, Wayne offered viewers a patriotic and poignant journey through American history — with music, comedy and many famous friends.
Don't miss:
- Lucille Ball as Miss Liberty and Bing Crosby as Mark Twain
- Jack Benny as a citizen asking George Washington (Lorne Greene) about that dollar he threw across the Potomac
- Bob Hope and Ann-Margret entertaining the troops at Valley Forge
- Dean Martin as inventor Eli Whitney
- Dan Rowan and Dick Martin as the Wright brothers
- And many more!
You'll laugh yourself to tears, good tears!
And what would any American tribute be without an uplifting musical soundtrack?
Enjoy such timeless anthems as:
- "Ribbon of Steel" by Johnny Cash
- "This Is A Great Country" by Glen Campbell
- "Oh, Susannah" by Roy Clark
- "Clementine" by Leslie Uggams
- And of course, "God Bless America" — by the entire cast!
Challenge yourself not to sing along!
John Wayne's Tribute to America is a welcome trip down memory lane, a nostalgic reminder of the patriotic spirit we once knew, and a message of hope that we may one day recapture the greatness of our beloved country.
Color DVD — Approximately 80 minutes