Introduction

Footage of the most dramatic moments from World War II is restored in colour and high definition for this historical 13-part documentary series.

Rare footage, state-of-the-art colourisation and newly uncovered documents are used in this examination of the strategies and battles of World War II.

Outline of Episode 12

The end is in sight as British and American forces cross the Rhine while Russian troops simultaneously push through Poland and into Berlin.

World War II in Colour Series

• Episode 01: The Gathering Storm.
• Episode 02: Lightning War.
• Episode 03: Britain at Bay.
• Episode 04: Hitler Strikes East.
• Episode 05: Red Sun Rampant.
• Episode 06: The Mediterranean and North Africa.
• Episode 07: Turning the Tide.
• Episode 08: The Soviet Steamroller.
• Episode 09: Overlord.
• Episode 10: Closing the Ring.
• Episode 11: The Island War.
• Episode 12: Victory in Europe.
• Episode 13: Victory in the Pacific.

Production & Filming Details

• Narrator: Robert Powell.
• Released Date: 2009 (UK), 2010 (US).
• Running time: 51 minutes.
• Country: UK.
• Language: English.

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