Eyes of the Navy

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Produced in cooperation with the United States Navy, the film follows naval aviators through their basic training in Pensacola, Florida and advanced training at San Diego, California.Produced in cooperation with the United States Navy, the film follows naval aviators through their basic training in Pensacola, Florida and advanced training at San Diego, California.Produced in cooperation with the United States Navy, the film follows naval aviators through their basic training in Pensacola, Florida and advanced training at San Diego, California.

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5.8/10

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Nominated for 1 Oscar
- 1 nomination total

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James Conaty

Officer at Briefing
(uncredited)

Warren McCollum

John Smith, Farmer's Son
(uncredited)

Charles Middleton

Farmer
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Russell Wade

Young Man in Automobile
(uncredited)

Frank Whitbeck

Narrator
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Trivia
The aircraft carrier (with "EN" painted on its deck) conducting flight operations is the U.S.S. Enterprise (CV-6). She would go on to be the most decorated U.S. Navy ship in WWII.

Goofs
Although this is a film about men training to be Navy pilots, there is an aerial view of Randolph Field, Texas, the premier flying training base for the Army Air Corps in 1940. Also, there is a scene of training planes lined up on the parking ramp at Randolph Field.

Quotes
Narrator: Thirty years ago, the men of Pensacola started training American pilots. Today, Pensacola is growing faster than a tropical weed, and offers the most comprehensive U.S. basic air course. The swarm of activity on the ground, the swarm of planes in the air, are visible assurance that the feathers on the wings of the American Navy and the Marine Corps are growing brighter each day.

Crazy credits
Introductory text: "What is America thinking and doing about preparedness? METRO-GOLDWYN-MAYER have prepared this film primarily for America. Here it is, just as presented to American audiences, that YOU may understand America's desire for preparedness."

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Eyes of the Fleet
Written by J.V. McElduff (as Lieut.-Comdr. J.V. McElduff, USN)
Played during opening credits

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10/10

A Look At The Navy's Wings

A MGM Short Subject.

After relentless, rigorous training, young men from around the USA become the EYES OF THE NAVY as pilots of the air arm of the Navy & Marines.

Produced well before the entry of America into World War Two, this Short serves as both a plea for preparedness by having a strong air defense, as well as a promotional pitch for the flying fleet. It is interesting in that Uncle Sam's potential enemies (Germany, Italy, Japan) are never mentioned by name.

After Pearl Harbor, Hollywood went to war totally against the Axis. Not only did many of the stars join up or do home front service, but the output of the Studios was largely turned to the war effort. The newsreels, of course, brought the latest war news into the neighborhood theater every week. The features showcased battle stories or war related themes. Even the short subjects & cartoons were used as a quick means of spreading Allied propaganda, the boosting of morale or information dissemination. Together, Uncle Sam, the American People & Hollywood proved to be an unbeatable combination.

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