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World War II: A History of WWII (Part 1) (2001) | Slate

World War II: A History of WWII (Part 1)

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World War II: A History of WWII (Part 1)

World War II was an earth-shaking drama played out on the world stage, the most horrific war humanity has ever known. Actor Robert Hardy, famous for his dramatic portrayal of Winston Churchill, presents this concise history, outlining all the political history and events leading up to the outbreak of war, and all the major campaigns and battles fought on every front during the six-year conflict.

Released: 2001
Runtime: 1h 1m
Genres: Documentary, History, War

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Robert GarofaloDirector

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