9-17 -20 OTR Westerns - Fort Laramie - The Coward

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Thursday, September 17, 2020 - OTR Westerns Fort Laramie - "The Coward" Major L.T. Wendt is no longer a major in the United States Cavalry. He was demoted to lieutenant two years ago when a board of inquiry in Washington determined he used poor judgment at the Battle of Antelope Meadows. While not cited for cowardice, army gossip finds him accused of leaving his commander and 200 men to be wiped out. Now the Lieutenant has been assigned to Fort Laramie and when Major Daggett advises Captain Quince, Lee requests "Robbie" be assigned to his command. He explains he once served under Major Wendt and considers him an old friend. Major Daggett reluctantly agrees -- but can't help but wonder how he will react should he be once again battle-tested. Featuring: Raymond Burr, Harry Bartell, Vic Perrin, John Dehner, Jack Moyles, Lynn Allen, Paul Dubove, Clayton Post Original Air Date: March 25, 1956 on CBS