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- 1. New Germany Oct 31, 1973
- Adolf Hitler gives 1930s Germany new strength and hope.
- 2. Distant War Nov 7, 1973
- Unprepared Britain sends forces to Norway; Churchill becomes prime minister.
- 3. France Falls Nov 14, 1973
- Fall of France is the result of continued reliance on World War I techniques.
The World at War: With Laurence Olivier, Averell Harriman, Anthony Eden, Albert Speer. A groundbreaking 26-part documentary series narrated by the actor Laurence Olivier about the deadliest conflict in history, World War II.
The World at War. Top-rated. Wed, Mar 27, 1974. S1.E20. Genocide: 1941-1945. The history of the Nazi persecution of the Jews, showing events leading to the "Final Solution". Footage and Interviews with SS officers and Jewish survivors from various countries describe how the extermination camps operated and what existence was like there. 9.2/10.
The World At War. Season 1. Narrated by Laurence Olivier it first broadcast in 1973 when memories were still clear in people's minds and war's veterans numerous. This series assembled these recollections, together with archive footage, to create one of the most powerful documentaries ever seen.
The series had 26 episodes. Producer Jeremy Isaacs asked a historian to list fifteen key campaigns of the war and devoted one episode to each.
The World at War. 1 Series ∙ 26 Episodes ∙ Military & War. Acclaimed British documentary series from the 1970s telling the story of World War II. Sign in to watch.
A New Germany. 1/26 Defeated, Germany looks to Adolf Hitler for a resurgence of pride and prosperity. All episodes of The World at War.
A documentary series gives a historical account of the events of World War II.
