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    • Jul 5, 1942
    While in Chicago, Gene Autry signs up for duty with the U.S. Army
    Jul 6, 1942
    Production begins on the Gene Autry movie "Bells Of Capistrano," his final film before he begins serving with the Army for World War II
    Jul 24, 1942
    Gene Autry finishes shooting "Bells Of Capistrano," just two days before he officially begins his World War II stint with the Army
    Jul 26, 1942
    Gene Autry joins the Army Air Corps, volunteering during a CBS radio broadcast of his show, "Melody Ranch"
    Aug 1, 1942
    Gene Autry reports for Army duty at Fort Bolling in Washington
    Aug 10, 1942
    "Call Of The Canyon" debuts in movie theaters. The western features Gene Autry, Smiley Burnette and The Sons Of The Pioneers
    Aug 17, 1942
    The Army transfers Gene Autry from Fort Bolling, Washington, to a military base in Santa Ana, California, where he begins basic training
    Sep 15, 1942
    "Bells Of Capistrano" makes it theater debut, the last new Gene Autry movie to appear until he finishes his tour of duty with the Army during World War II. The film also features Smiley Burnette
    Feb 8, 1944
    Republic Pictures notifies Gene Autry it intends to continue operating with his pre-war contract once he concludes his enlistment with the Army. The two sides feud over the deal--in offices, in the papers and in court--for the next three years
    Jun 17, 1944
    Gene Autry serves notice to Republic Pictures that he believes his contract with the studio has been nullified by his military service. The two sides end up in court
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