 From 1943 until 1949 the AFRS also broadcast programs developed through the collaborative efforts of the Office of the Coordinator of Inter-American Affairs and the Columbia Broadcasting System in support of America's cultural diplomacy initiatives and President Franklin Roosevelt's Good Neighbor policy.Included among the popular shows was "Viva America" which showcased leading musical artists from both North and South America for the entertainment of America's troops.Included among the regular performers were