Question 1

What was the first use of the new RKO radio signal trademark in this movie?

Accepted Answer

According to The Hollywood Reporter, this movie marked the first use of the new RKO radio signal trademark that spelled 'VICTORY' instead of 'RKO'.

Question 2

How were the sea shots in The Navy Comes Through created?

Accepted Answer

Art directors Carroll Clark and Albert S. D'Agostino developed a special 'sky and horizon' machine that used rocking arc lamps to project waves on an acre of muslin, creating the effect of water motion against the horizon. All sea shots were filmed on land.

Question 3

Where was the world premiere of The Navy Comes Through held?

Accepted Answer

The world premiere was held on Navy Day, 27 October 1942 at the Treasure Island Naval Base in San Francisco, California, USA.

Question 4

What unique achievement did Borden Chase's short story have with the Saturday Evening Post?

Accepted Answer

Borden Chase's short story was the only story ever to be published twice by the Saturday Evening Post.

Question 5

How were the deck guns on the ships in the movie obtained?

Accepted Answer

The deck guns on the ships were cobbled together from scrap pieces taken from a junkyard by the set builders at RKO.

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