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The War behind the Wire

on BBC Two England

The Great Escape. The first of two documentary films focusing on the Allied airmen who fell into enemy hands after being shot down during the Second World War. This programme retells the story of what came to be known as the "Great Escape" through their personal accounts.
Director Michael Davies ; Producer Beryl Vertue (R) (S) (W)

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Director:
Michael Davies
Producer:
Beryl Vertue

BBC Two England

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