Introduction

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

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Outline

Political consequences of the assassination: the July Crisis. Austrian pressure on Serbia, involvement of Russia and Germany, the Schlieffen Plan and diplomatic exchanges leading to the British declaration of war on Germany.

The Great War Series

You can find a full index and overview of The Great War Series here.

Production & Filming Details

• Release Date: 06 June 1964.
• Running Time: 40 minutes.
• Country: UK.
• Language: English.