World War One: The People’s Story (2014): S01E03 – Helen, Andrew, Hallie, Emily and Will

Introduction World War One: The People’s Story is a 4-episode BBC documentary series from 2014 on the First World War. Also known as The Great War: The People’s Story (US title). Outline In rural Essex, Reverend Andrew Clark sees firsthand Germany’s terrifying new weapon of war – and household servant Emily Chitticks sees letters to…

Andrew Marshall

11/08/2021

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary, World War One

Introduction

World War One: The People’s Story is a 4-episode BBC documentary series from 2014 on the First World War.

Also known as The Great War: The People’s Story (US title).

Outline

In rural Essex, Reverend Andrew Clark sees firsthand Germany’s terrifying new weapon of war – and household servant Emily Chitticks sees letters to her soldier sweetheart return unopened. Socialite Helen Bentwich takes a job at the Woolwich Arsenal.

World War One: The People’s Story Series

You can find a full index and overview of World War One: The People’s Story here.

Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 24 August 2014.
Running time: 46 minutes.
Rating: NR.
Country: UK.
Language: English.