Introduction

An explanation and commemoration of Asia’s contribution to the Great War, aka World War 1.

Over 100 years ago, nearly two million men across Asia were recruited to fight in World War One. Today, few remember their sacrifice. From India’s Forgotten Army to the Chinese Labour Corp, Vietnam’s war and rebellion to Japan’s alliance and subsequent imperialism, the series examines Asia’s war effort and how it changed the continent forever.

Outline

In 1914, India sent nearly 1.5 million men to fight alongside the British in World War I. When Britain denied the colony greater autonomy at the end of the war, the men were swiftly forgotten.

Asia in the Great War Series

You can find a full index and overview of Asia in the Great War here.

Production & Filming Details

• Release Date: 14 November 2018 and 28 July 2020 (US).
• Running Time: 48 minutes (per episode).
• Rating: Unknown.
• Country: US.
• Language: English.

Video Link(s)

You can find Episode 01 of Asia in the Great War – India: The Forgotten Army on ChannelNewsAsia.com here (external link).