Summary This documentary primarily covers Pétain's role as head of the French government during World War II, including his leadership of the Vichy government, attempts to create a more totalitarian state during the war, and his trial after the war. It also includes his rise to prominence as one of France's military heroes in World War I, through his role at the Battle of Verdun, and his later skill in preventing military mutiny during the war, and his postwar support of the Maginot Line.
Directed : Unknown
Written : Unknown
Stars : H.W. Brands Danny Shorago Michael Neiberg David Silbey
Genres : History Documentary
Release date : Dec 17, 2007
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Official site
Language : English
Production companies : Lucasfilm
Summary This documentary primarily covers Pétain's role as head of the French government during World War II, including his leadership of the Vichy government, attempts to create a more totalitarian state during the war, and his trial after the war. It also includes his rise to prominence as one of France's military heroes in World War I, through his role at the Battle of Verdun, and his later skill in preventing military mutiny during the war, and his postwar support of the Maginot Line.
Genres : History Documentary
Release date : Dec 17, 2007
Countries of origin : United States
Official sites : Official site
Language : English
Production companies : Lucasfilm
