• 2002
The Concise History of World War II

Summary This superb program provides a clear and factual account of the causes, course and consequences of World War II, while also assessing the contribution of particular key leaders, such as Hitler, Churchill, Roosevelt, Mussolini and Stalin. View more details

  • 2002

The Concise History of World War II

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Stars : Stephen Greif

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Genres : History War Documentary

Release date : Jan 3, 2025

Countries of origin : United Kingdom

Language : English

Production companies : Alba Communications

Summary This superb program provides a clear and factual account of the causes, course and consequences of World War II, while also assessing the contribution of particular key leaders, such as Hitler, Churchill, Roosevelt, Mussolini and Stalin. View more details

Details

Genres : History War Documentary

Release date : Jan 3, 2025

Countries of origin : United Kingdom

Language : English

Production companies : Alba Communications

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The Concise History of World War II (2002)

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Episode 1 • Dec 31, 1969
Part 1: War in the West
Explore the events which lead to the Second World War, from German defeat in 1918 to Hitler's rise to power, and chart the quick successes of Nazi forces, up to the surrender of France.
Episode 2 • Dec 31, 1969
Part 2: Africa and Asia
After the evacuation at Dunkirk, Britain has lost not only men, but also heavy weaponry, warships, and aircraft. Britain alone faced Germany across many fronts, including Rommel in North Africa.
Episode 3 • Dec 31, 1969
Part 3: Turning of the Tides
The course of WWII changed dramatically when the USA joined the Allies. In the Pacific, American sea power tackled the German U-Boats. In the East, the Red Army pushed the Germans back to Berlin.

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