Introduction

A fascinating series of documentaries that chart the events of the Second World War year-by-year, using rare archival footage to discover what really happened when the whole world went to war.

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Outline

In this first film of the series, “1939”, follow the prelude to war and consider how the Treaty of Versailles, drawn up after the First World War, failed to keep the peace. Watch the rise of Adolf Hitler and Nazi Germany and learn of those who attempted to stop his bid for global domination. See for yourself the preparations made by the people of Britain as war became inevitable.

WWII War Diaries Series

You can find a full index and overview of WWII War Diaries here.

Production & Filming Details

• Release Date: 12 July 2016.
• Running time: 56-58 minutes.
• Rating: 13+.
• Country: US.
• Language: English.

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