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The Andy Griffith Show (1960)

S4E3 Ernest T. Bass Joins the Army

Oct 14, 1963 Season 4 Episode 3 Comedy, Family

After being turned away from military service, Ernest T. Bass angrily targets Andy, vowing to shatter every window in Mayberry. Upon discovering the true reason behind Ernest's rejection, Andy devises a plan that resolves the issue for everyone involved—except for poor Barney, who ends up caught in the crossfire.