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The Great War

Episode 24: Allah Made Mesopotamia and Added Flies

Duration: 40 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Classic series. With the Western Front dominating the minds of generals and statesmen, they sought a back door to victory - the Middle East. Show more

The Great War

Episode 21: It Was Like the End of the World

Duration: 40 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Classic BBC series. Germany takes a huge risk, launching a massive offensive in early 1918, aiming to achieve victory before the Americans arrive. Show more

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The Great War

Episode 20: Only War, Nothing But War

Duration: 40 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One WestLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Classic BBC series. The war has evolved from an old-fashioned localised conflict to an all-engulfing 'total' war involving entire nations. Show more

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The Great War

Episode 2: For Such a Stupid Reason, Too

Duration: 40 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Documentary series. Following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand in June 1914, international diplomacy breaks down completely. Show more

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The Great War

Episode 1: On the Idle Hill of Summer

Duration: 45 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two EnglandLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

Documentary series. In 1914 the world stands on the brink of enormous change. The French and the British enter into the Entente Cordiale against Germany. Show more

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