Command Decision

by William Wister Haines

49 Members 1 Review ½ (3.30) 3 Awards

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WWII air war drama from the point of view of the high command.

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jgcorrea 2,357 reviews

Tough decisions in war may be right, but people die. This play chronicles the heartache of those decisions. Leadership in war or business is a lonely tough job if you're doing it right. This play shows what doing it right can mean. Story line is great.

Sep 28, 2025English (UK)

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