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

The first months of war at sea. Naval supremacy of the Royal Navy and its vulnerabilities to mine and submarine warfare. The seizure of German overseas colonies, the Siege of Tsingtao, the raids of the Emden and the pursuit of Maximilian von Spee. The naval Battle of Heligoland Bight, Battle of Coronel, Battle of the Falkland Islands and the Battle of Dogger Bank.

The Great War Series

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

Production & Filming Details

• Release Date: 04 July 1964.
• Running Time: 40 minutes.
• Country: UK.
• Language: English.