Savage's collapse under extreme stress caused discomfort for Pentagon commanders, who stated that they would "prefer not to indicate to the public that a commanding general.... became as irrational as indicated." In order to give Savage a more subdued and peaceful breakdown, the screenplay was altered. Watch TWELVE O'CLOCK HIGH ('49) tonight (5/21) & tomorrow (5/22) at 3:15p ET on FMC! 🛩 | FMC

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After playing his Oscar nominated role in TWELVE O'CLOCK HIGH ('49) Gregory Peck became friends with the real-life inspiration for the role: Frank A. Armstrong. Peck was initially hesitant about making the film, but was impressed with director Henry King's sensitivity towards the material. They would go on to make many more films together including THE SNOWS OF KILIMANJARO ('52). #SummerUnderTheStars | Turner Classic Movies: TCM