Introduction

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

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Outline

As advancements in technology were made throughout the years, these advancements were often worked into the framework of war in an belief that technology would bring about cleaner wars, ultimately reducing the loss of life, these notions are confounded in this episode as we examine the affects of modern warfare from the Battle of the Somme to the Gulf War.

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.