June 14, 1943: Combined Operations and Literary Laughs with Hilary St. George Saunders

In this June 14, 1943, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman welcomes Hilary St. George Saunders, the noted British author and co-creator of the pen names Francis Beeding and David Pilgrim. Saunders joins regular panelists Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, and Oscar Levant for a rich and varied evening of trivia and humor.

Topics span World War II military campaigns such as the Battle of Britain and the Tunisian campaign, along with literary quizzes featuring heavy drinkers in fiction and scenes involving flirtation and gambling from classics like Vanity Fair and Casablanca. Saunders offers firsthand insights into commando operations and British customs, while the panel delves into geographical challenges, classical music references, and whimsical hat traditions.

Blending serious wartime reflections with light-hearted banter and deep cultural knowledge, this episode delivers another delightful installment of Information Please.