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

War in the Middle East. British capture Basra and mount an unsuccessful campaign toward Baghdad. Ottomans fail to capture Suez but check the British advance Palestine campaign begins. Britain encourages Arab Revolt against the weakened Ottomans, then captures Baghdad, Jerusalem and in 1918, Damascus. The dissolution of the Ottoman Empire, the seeds of future conflicts. Interviewees include George Langley.

The Great War Series

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

Production & Filming Details

• Release Date: 08 November 1964.
• Running Time: 40 minutes.
• Country: UK.
• Language: English.