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The McConnell Story

  • Drama
  • War
  • History

September 29, 1955 (US)

1h 46m

A Stirring Salute to the Great American Spirit AND NOW a Stiring Tribute from a Great American

Joe McConnell was sure that he was meant to be a pilot, but was stuck as a restless army private. It seemed that his ambition was blocked at every step.

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