This Is War
You're on Your Own
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This Is War is a wartime radio series presenting dramatic stories shaped by the experience and stakes of World War II. Its broadcasts bring listeners into situations of danger, duty, and uncertainty, focusing on people confronting the demands of a nation at war.
The program uses radio drama to make those circumstances immediate, relying on spoken performance and sound to carry the action. The episode title, “You're on Your Own,” suggests a story centered on facing a difficult situation without help, while the series’ broader subject is the human experience of wartime.
The tone is serious and direct, with an emphasis on tension and personal responsibility rather than light entertainment. Its appeal lies in hearing wartime themes presented through dramatic storytelling, where individual choices take shape against a larger conflict.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.