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The Diary of an Unknown Soldier (1959) | Slate

The Diary of an Unknown Soldier

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Rated 6.5 on TMDB

The Diary of an Unknown Soldier

A short story narrated by an unknown British soldier who reveals his hopes, fears, and disillusionment while heading into battle against the German army.

Released: 1959
Runtime: 17m
Genres: Documentary, Drama, War
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English

Direction and writing

Peter WatkinsDirector, Writer

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Cast

Brian Robertson
Peter WatkinsNarrator (voice)

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