But behind Miller's success, a world war was raging. So in 1942, at the height of his civilian stardom, he traded his suit and baton for a uniform, enlisting as a captain in the U.S. Army Air Forces.

The Glenn Miller Orchestra will be performing 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox. Doors open at 6. Tickets, starting at $66, ... Local journalism is essential.

On Dec. 15, 1944, Glenn Miller, one of the kings of the big-band scene - the dance-pop of its time - stepped aboard a military plane to cross the English Channel from England to France.

Depending on how long you've been around in Richmond, Ind., you may or may not know the story behind Glen Miller Park. Some may be surprised to learn that in this city with a rich musical history ...