Introduction

An historical examination of military errors that led to major defeats in war.

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Outline

This episode explores the mistakes of General Elphinstone, who took charge of the disastrous British retreat from Kabul in 1839, and several other military leaders whom made decisions which ultimately ended in disaster for them.

Great Military Blunders Series

You can find a full index of Great Military Blunders (2000) here.

Production & Filming Details

• Director(s): Katherine English, Heenan Bhatti, Peter Bate, and Jeremy Lovering.
• Producer(s): Emma Jessop and Stephen Malit.
• Cinematography: Fred Fabre and Jon Wood.
• Production: Darlow Smithson Productions.
• Release Date: 24 February 2000 (UK).
• Running Time: 60 minutes.
• Country: UK.
• Language: English.