Introduction

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

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Outline

Exploring the strategic failures of politicians. To be specific, the defeat of the Crusaders at the battle of Hattin in 1187. We also see how Fascist Italy led by Benitto Mussolini invades Ethiopian territory in 1935; and how Ronald Reagan ordered the invasion of Grenada in 1983.

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.