Introduction

The World at War is a 26-episode British television documentary series chronicling the events of the Second World War.

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Outline

After the victories in 1941-2, Japanese fortunes reverse as America succeeds in destroying their aircraft fleet and Pacific island bases. At home, shortages of goods and manpower lead to desperation for the population.

Japan (1941 to 1945 chronicles Japan’s society and culture during wartime, and how life is transformed as the country gradually becomes aware of increasingly catastrophic setbacks including the Doolittle raid, defeat at Midway, the death of Isoroku Yamamoto, the Battle of Saipan, Okinawa and the relentless bombing of Japanese cities.

Interviewees include Toshikazu Kase and Naoki Hoshino.

The World at War Series

You can find a full index and outline of The World at War Series here.

Production & Filming Details

• Release Date: 10 April 1974.
• Running Time: 52 minutes.
• Country: UK.
• Language: English.