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 Western Front in 1917 prior to the arrival of US troops. German withdrawal to the Hindenburg Line, successful British diversion at Arras, French failure in the Nivelle Offensive. Mutinies in the French Army follow but are resolved by General Philippe Pétain. Interviewees include Edward Spears and Henry Williamson.

The Great War Series

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Production & Filming Details

• Release Date: 05 September 1964.
• Running Time: 40 minutes.
• Country: UK.
• Language: English.