Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Fred Waterer, who tipped us off to Patrolling the Ether—a 1944 short film produced by the U.S. Office of War Information. This wartime documentary highlights how amateur radio operators and federal agents collaborated to monitor the airwaves and track down enemy spies. A fascinating glimpse into radio’s role in World War II era homeland security:
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That was enjoyable thx Fred. Transmitting from a cemetery eh, is that where the term dead air originated .
They don’t make movies like they used to !
I enjoyed it.
Thanks !
Jim WB4ILP
One of the best documentaries is this from back in the day when the BBC were making great documentaries.
https://youtu.be/RwbzV2Jx5Qo?si=fbryECCAgUc424Mb
Thanks Fred!
I just watched this, and enjoyed it, and it lead me to related videos you YouTube. Great fun and highly recommended.
Cheers, Jock