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EPISODE · Jan 14, 2026 · 59 MIN

Mercury Theatre on the Air – “Abraham Lincoln” (Historical Radio Drama, 1938)

from Orson Welles’ Mercury Theater on the Air | Old Time Radio · host Old Time Retro Radio

https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A powerful radio dramatization from Mercury Theatre on the Air, presenting a dramatic portrait of Abraham Lincoln during one of the most defining periods in American history. Performed with the intensity and theatrical precision that made the series famous, this episode blends historical reflection with compelling dramatic storytelling, capturing the moral weight, leadership struggles, and human depth of one of the nation’s most enduring figures. Originally broadcast in nineteen thirty-eight, this production reflects the golden age of radio at its finest, when history, literature, and performance merged to create unforgettable audio experiences. The episode showcases the bold narrative style and immersive performances that would soon make the Mercury Theatre a cultural phenomenon. 🎧 Fully restored and professionally remastered with enhanced audio. Source: OTRR.org – Certified Public Domain Collection. Curated by Old Time Retro Radio. 🎧 Listen to Old Time Retro Radio on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 📻 Search Old Time Retro Radio on your favorite podcast app to explore the complete collection. #OldTimeRadio #GoldenAgeBroadcast #RadioDrama #HistoricalDrama #VintageAudio      

https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A powerful radio dramatization from Mercury Theatre on the Air, presenting a dramatic portrait of Abraham Lincoln during one of the most defining periods in American history. Performed with the intensity and theatrical precision that made the series famous, this episode blends historical reflection with compelling dramatic storytelling, capturing the moral weight, leadership struggles, and human depth of one of the nation’s most enduring figures. Originally broadcast in nineteen thirty-eight, this production reflects the golden age of radio at its finest, when history, literature, and performance merged to create unforgettable audio experiences. The episode showcases the bold narrative style and immersive performances that would soon make the Mercury Theatre a cultural phenomenon. 🎧 Fully restored and professionally remastered with enhanced audio.Source: OTRR.org – Certified Public Domain Collection.Curated by Old Time Retro Radio. 🎧 Listen to Old Time Retro Radio on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.📻 Search Old Time Retro Radio on your favorite podcast app to explore the complete collection. #OldTimeRadio #GoldenAgeBroadcast #RadioDrama #HistoricalDrama #VintageAudio

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