February 4, 1941 -the birthday of the USO. The USO was incorporated in New York, with the
\nfirst facility erected in DeRidder, Louisiana,1941. More USO centers and clubs opened around
\nthe world as a “Home Away from Home” for GIs. The USO club was a place to go for dances
\nand social events, for movies and music, for a quiet place to talk or write a letter home, or for a
\nfree cup of coffee and an egg. The organization became particularly known for its live
\nperformances, called camp shows, through which the entertainment industry helped boost the
\nmorale of servicemen and women. From the start, Hollywood was eager to show its patriotism,
\nand many celebrities joined the ranks of USO entertainers. They went as volunteers to
\nentertain, and celebrities continue to provide volunteer entertainment, in military bases in the
\nU.S. and overseas, sometimes placing their own lives in danger, by traveling or performing
\nunder hazardous conditions<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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