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

Allied offensives in summer 1918. French counter-offensive at the Marne, the Battle of Amiens, the Second Battle of the Somme, advance to the Hindenburg Line. In Britain, public protests yield to sceptical optimism. In Germany, troops lose morale and leaders realise that victory is impossible. Interviewees include Douglas Wimberley.

The Great War Series

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Production & Filming Details

• Release Date: 01 November 1964.
• Running Time: 40 minutes.
• Country: UK.
• Language: English.