January 1, 2009 • 56m
When Adolf Hitler's troops invaded Poland in September 1939, war in Europe looked unavoidable. The start of a fascinating 24-part ...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
Everything you wanted to know about WWII. In early 1940, Britain faced up to the prospect of rationing and Hitler prepared for ful...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
Blood, toil, tears and sweat: the story of WWII. Winston Churchill's first task as incoming Prime Minister in May 1940 was the eva...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
A thorough guide to the deadliest conflict in history. With much of Europe under his power, Hitler's advance continued west - resu...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
An in-depth guide to WWII. As 1940 drew to a close, Japan signed the Tripartite Pact with Italy and Germany. Nightly bombing raids...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
This captivating WWII retrospective focuses on early 1941, as the Luftwaffe continued to bomb Britain and the Afrika Korps blossomed under Rommel.
January 1, 2009 • 56m
After failing to conquer Britain by 1941, Hitler switched his focus to Russia. Incredible archive footage brings the realities of war to life.
January 1, 2009 • 56m
The Siege of Leningrad began in September 1941, but the Red Army refused to give in easily. Find out how they used the bleak Sovie...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
This epic account of WWII is a must-see for history buffs. As Germany fought Russia in the east, Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor cr...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
As the US Army arrived in Britain in 1942, Japan strengthened their position in the Pacific with the capture of Singapore. An epic...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
Vivid memories of WWII. The US struck key victories over Japan in two naval battles. Britain came under heavy fire once again in the Baedeker Raids.
January 1, 2009 • 56m
The turbulent story of WWII. Hear how the arrival of top general Bernard Montgomery in mid-1942 marked a change of fortunes for th...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
The definitive guide to WWII. As 1942 drew to a close, the Allies were making real headway: the British on top in North Africa and...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
Experience the heroism and horror of war in this compelling series. The 6th Army surrender at Stalingrad in early 1943 and the RAF...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
In May 1943, the RAF carried out the renowned Dambusters raid, which disrupted water and electricity supplies in a key area for th...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
Discover the triumph and tragedy of World War II. After their success in North Africa, the Allies returned to action in occupied E...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
Epic history series. With the Axis under the cosh by late 1943, the Big Three - Stalin, Roosevelt and Churchill - met at the Tehra...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
Reflections on when the world went to war. In early 1944, the Allies prepared for the invasion of German-occupied Europe under US ...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
The D-Day landings of 1944 resulted in a huge victory for the Allies, with their sheer numbers and element of surprise catching Ge...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
The ultimate guide to WWII. As a jubilant France was liberated by the Allies, German officer Claus von Stauffenberg made an attempt on Hitler's life.
January 1, 2009 • 56m
The complete guide to WWII. Hear how the Nazis managed to inflict heavy US casualties at the Battle of the Bulge in late 1944, des...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
The key events of the most destructive war in history. Hear how the endgame was in sight by early 1945, with Allied forces advanci...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
Relive the pivotal moments of WWII. The war in Europe finally climaxes as the Allies enter Berlin and Hitler commits suicide, spar...Read more
January 1, 2009 • 56m
In August 1945, President Truman decided to end the war swiftly and take the controversial step of dropping two atomic bombs on Ja...Read more