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Operation Chariot: The Greatest Raid Of The Second World War | Behind Enemy Lines
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04, 2023
In 1942 the commandos were tasked with carrying out Operation Chariot, a raid on the French docks at St. Nazaire. St Nazaire was so heavily defended, this operation was believed to be a .. show full overview
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Cold War Espionage The Secret War Between The CIA And KGB Secrets Of War War Stories
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06, 2023
Cold War Espionage: The Secret War Between The CIA And KGB | Secrets Of War | War Stories
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The Daring Desert Raids Of Britain’s SAS | Behind Enemy Lines
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11, 2023
Experience the gripping tales of Britain's SAS through daring desert raids. Follow elite soldiers behind enemy lines, witnessing their bravery and resourcefulness in high-stakes missions amidst the crucible of war.
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Korea: Uncovering The Hidden History Of The Forgotten War | Korea In Colour
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13, 2023
The story of the Korean War is told through powerful color imagery, dramatic musical score and sound-scape. In the first episode, the summer of 1950 sees the people of Korea trapped in .. show full overview
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How Did London Survive The Blitz During WW2? | Cities At War: London
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15, 2023
Experience the turmoil and resilience of London during World War II in this powerful documentary. From the bombings of the Blitz to the heroism of the city's residents, this video takes .. show full overview
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Can Normal People Survive WW2’s Toughest Military Training? | Guy Martin D-Day Landing
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18, 2023
Join Guy Martin as he takes a closer look at the intense and brutal training that the D-Day paratroopers went through in preparation for the Normandy invasion. This video features .. show full overview
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The Untold Horrors Of The Korean War | Korea: The Forgotten War in Colour
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20, 2023
While the diplomats wrangle and the negotiators argue, the fighting in the blighted Korean countryside continues. Towns and villages lay in ruins, the hillsides and valleys are scarred .. show full overview
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How Did The World's First Tanks Turn The Tide Of WWI? | Guy Martin's WW1 Tank
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25, 2023
On 15 September 1916 at Flers-Courcelette during the Battle of the Somme, Britain unveiled their secret weapon. A fleet of giant metal monsters swept over the battlefield and the world .. show full overview
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The Dark Truth Of The Nanjing Massacre | Witness To A Massacre
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27, 2023
In 1937, the Imperial Japanese Army invaded the Republic of China and a bloodbath followed. 27 brave foreign men and women stayed in a heroic effort to help the people and their .. show full overview
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WW1 Battlefields: The Hidden Secrets Of Ypres | Lost Battlefields
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29, 2023
Historian, Norm Christie, examines the old battlefields, visiting the cemeteries and memorials that hold the secrets to the legacy and sacrifices of the Canadians in the Battles of Mount .. show full overview
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Goering: The Rise And Fall Of Hitler’s Second-In-Command | Goering's Secret
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01, 2023
By looking through secret footage that was taken by Hermann Goering, we're able to take a deep dive into the life of one of the most prominent figures of the Nazi Party. From his early .. show full overview
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Why Did Japanese Soldiers Carry Out The Nanjing Massacre? | Witness To A Massacre
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03, 2023
This powerful documentary examines the devastating events that took place in Nanjing, China during the Second Sino-Japanese War. From the causes leading up to the massacre to the .. show full overview
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Hitler Vs Stalin: The Secret Betrayal That Doomed Nazi Germany | Warlords
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05, 2023
Explore the complex and ever-changing relationship between Hitler and Stalin during World War II. From their initial cooperation to Hitler's largest military blunder, Operation .. show full overview
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How The Seeds Of Blitzkrieg Were Sown In WW1 | History of Warfare
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10, 2023
In 1939, WW2 unleashed a new type of warfare upon the world, mechanized warfare. The infamous Blitzkrieg tore through Europe, easily sweeping aside outdated tactics from the Allies. This .. show full overview
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The Secret Rift Between Churchill and Roosevelt | Warlords
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12, 2023
In the public eye, Churchill and Roosevelt held an unbreakable partnership. The two leaders used this to unite their nations and stand up to the riptide of global fascism. However, .. show full overview
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Why Trench Warfare Was The Most Traumatising Form Of Fighting | History Of Warfare
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17, 2023
Soldiers had to endure horrific conditions while living in the trenches during WW1. This documentary delves into the Battle of the Somme and how the constant threat of enemy attacks, .. show full overview
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Fractured Alliance: How Did The Relationship Between WW2s Allies Breakdown? | Warlords
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19, 2023
Churchill v Stalin delves into the rivalry between the British and Russian leaders as they contended for influence over the future of Europe after the war. Throughout this intense .. show full overview
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Was The Gallipoli Campaign Churchill's Biggest Mistake? | History of Warfare
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24, 2023
By 1915, WW1 was well underway. Fighting on the western front had become bogged down to a stalemate which inspired many daring tactical endeavours to get the war moving. One of these was .. show full overview
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John J Pershing: The Grandfather Of US Military Strategy | Pershing's Paths Of Glory
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26, 2023
Pershing’s Paths of Glory is a celebratory presentation of contemporary inspiration and American history. It combines the past glory and achievements of GENERAL JOHN J. PERSHING .. show full overview
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Rorke's Drift: 150 British Soldiers Vs 3,000 Zulu Warriors | History Of Warfare
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05, 2023
The Battle of Rorke's Drift saw 150 British soldiers defend a mission station against a force of over 3,000 Zulu warriors. Against all odds, the British were able to hold off the Zulus and defend their position throughout the night.
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What Makes Special Forces Training So Demanding Close Quarter Battle War Stories
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08, 2023
What Makes Special Forces Training So Demanding? | Close Quarter Battle | War Stories
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Franco’s Shadow: How The Spanish Civil War Divided Europe | History of Warfare
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10, 2023
In the 1930s, civil war tore through Spain. The left leaning Republicans flight against the far right forces of dictator Francisco Franco in a huge clash of ideologies that would .. show full overview
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How The Panzer Tank Revolutionised Modern Warfare | The Panzer
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12, 2023
Since being introduced in WW1, the tank changed war forever. However one tank was at the forefront of a revolution in modern warfare, the Panzer. Leading the relentless charge of .. show full overview
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How Did US Special Forces Adapt To Russian Guerrilla Fighting? _ Close Quarter Battle
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15, 2023
After the fall of the Soviet Union, many countries remained in dispute in the early nineties, despite eastern Europe's independence. In 1994 a bitter conflict broke out between the .. show full overview
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How Did US Special Forces Adapt To Russian Guerrilla Fighting Close Quarter Battle War Stories
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15, 2023
How Did US Special Forces Adapt To Russian Guerrilla Fighting? | Close Quarter Battle | War Stories
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Blood And Steel: How The Allies Forced Germany Out Of France | History Of Warfare
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17, 2023
In June 1944, the Allies carried out the D-Day Invasion which led to the liberation of France from Nazi occupation during World War II. British General Bernard Montgomery played a .. show full overview
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Operation Just Cause The Inside Story Close Quarter Battle War Stories
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22, 2023
Operation Just Cause: The Inside Story | Close Quarter Battle | War Stories
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How The Allies Used Strategic Bombing To Cripple The German War Machine | Air Wars
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24, 2023
Despite Germany conquering most of Europe by 1940, the allies weren't going down without a fight. While they prepared themselves for the launching of an invasion of Europe, they ran .. show full overview
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The Incredible Story Of Record Breaking Test Pilot Eric Brown | Captain Brown's Story
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26, 2023
Eric Brown was a navel officer and test pilot born in 1919. He was an amazing pilot and holds records for the most types of aircraft flown, most carrier take offs and landings. In this .. show full overview
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Why Snipers Are The Most Feared Soldiers On The Battlefield Close Quarter Battle War Stories
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29, 2023
Why Snipers Are The Most Feared Soldiers On The Battlefield | Close Quarter Battle | War Stories
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Were Japanese Kamikaze Attacks Actually Effective? | Air Wars
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31, 2023
During the Battle of the Leyte Gulf on October 25, 1944, Japan resorted to drastic measures as they tried to turn the tide of WW2. When Japanese pilots spotted American warships below .. show full overview
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What Happened To The Unexploded Bombs Of The Vietnam War? _ Bomb Harvest
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02, 2023
During the Vietnam War, the U.S. dropped more than 2.5M tons of ordnance on Laos during - equal to a planeload of bombs every eight minutes, 24 hours a day, for nine years – making Laos .. show full overview
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What Happened To The Unexploded Bombs Of The Vietnam War? | Bomb Harvest
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02, 2023
During the Vietnam War, the U.S. dropped more than 2.5M tons of ordnance on Laos during - equal to a planeload of bombs every eight minutes, 24 hours a day, for nine years – making Laos .. show full overview
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The ANZAC's Baptism Of Fire On The Western Front | Battlefields of the Western Front
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03, 2023
After the disaster that was the Gallipoli campaign, the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps found themselves in Europe joining the western front to fight against the German forces. In .. show full overview
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The Private Contractors Fighting America's Foreign Wars Close Quarter Battle War Stories
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05, 2023
The Private Contractors Fighting America's Foreign Wars | Close Quarter Battle | War Stories
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How Allied Air Power Won The Battle Of The Atlantic | Air Wars
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07, 2023
Without shipments of supplies from the US, Britain would have been entirely isolated from the rest of the world. These shipments had to make a dangerous crossing of the Atlantic ocean, .. show full overview
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How The RAF Saved Britain | 13 Hours That Saved Britain
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09, 2023
This film explores the events of September 15th, 1940 - the day Churchill described as the 'crux of the battle.' On a day now celebrated as Battle of Britain Day, Adolph Hitler's Nazi .. show full overview
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The Brutal Battle To Break The Hindenburg Line _ Battlefields Of The Western Front
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10, 2023
In the final year of WWI, Allied forces faced the daunting task of breaking through the heavily fortified Hindenburg Line. Among them were the ANZACs, who played a crucial role in the .. show full overview
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Operation Red Dawn The Hunt For Saddam Hussein Close Quarter Battle War Stories
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12, 2023
Operation Red Dawn: The Hunt For Saddam Hussein | Close Quarter Battle | War Stories
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The Doolittle Raid: How Did America Respond To Pearl Harbor? | Air Wars
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14, 2023
On April 18, 1942, the United States launched a daring bombing raid on Tokyo, known as the Doolittle raid. Led by commander James H. Doolittle, this mission was a direct response to the .. show full overview
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The Story Of Vietnam From The Perspective Of A Field Hospital Nurse | Vietnam Nurses
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16, 2023
The untold stories of six Australian army nurses who served at the only Australian field hospital in the Vietnam War and a deep dive into the horrors they witnessed.
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How To Feed An Army From The Other Side Of The World | Battlezone
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19, 2023
Fighting a war half way around the world is no easy task. Keeping the supply lines active for the men and machines fighting this war is even more difficult. This documentary film from .. show full overview
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How The Luftwaffe Outshone The Soviet Air Force During Operation Barbarossa | Air Wars
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21, 2023
The deadly three pronged surprise German attack that started Operation Barbarossa in June 1941 was executed perfectly. A huge chunk of the dated Soviet air force was destroyed before it .. show full overview
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Myanmar: The Collapse Of A Modern Military Dictatorship | Inside A Dictatorship
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23, 2023
The entire world praised the Myanmar military and Aung San Suu Kyi, when power was passed on to the democracy icon after 50 years of military dictatorship. One year later she defended an .. show full overview
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How Did U.S. Marines Combat The Viet Cong’s Guerrilla Tactics? | Battlezone
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26, 2023
The Viet Cong employed guerrilla tactics to devastating effect against American forces during the Vietnam War. However, the U.S. Marines were able to adapt to their unconventional enemy .. show full overview
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Battle Of The Philippine Sea: The Conflict That Crushed Japanese Air Power | Air Wars
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28, 2023
The Battle of the Philippine Sea was a turning point in the Pacific Theatre of the Second World War as the Imperial Japanese Navy was never able to recover from the losses inflicted upon .. show full overview
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Pearl Harbour: How Japan Caught America Sleeping | WWII In The Pacific
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30, 2023
The war in the pacific started in 1941 with a ruthless surprise attack on the american naval base at Pearl Harbour. This daring attack had caught America off guard and dragged them into .. show full overview
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The Role Of The Chaplains Corps In The Vietnam War | Battlezone
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03, 2023
For a lot of the American soldiers fighting the Vietnam War, religion was a big part of their lives, whether they were religious before the conflict or not. The Chaplain Corps is made up .. show full overview
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How Different Would History Be If Hitler Had Been Assassinated? | Secret Armies
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05, 2023
In 1944, an attempt was made on Adolf Hitler’s life by a group of rogue Nazi officers. The attempt failed, but what would have happened if Hitler had died before the end of the war? This .. show full overview
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Operation Hastings: The American Assault On Vietnam's Song Gnan Valley | Battlezone
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10, 2023
The bloody Vietnam War conflict of Operation Hastings took place in the Song Gnan Valley, a heavily fortified area where the Viet Cong and North Vietnamese Army had entrenched .. show full overview
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How Did Norwegian Rebels Resist Nazi Occupation? | Europe's Secret Armies
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12, 2023
From covert operations to acts of sabotage, discover how Norwegian rebels fought back against their Nazi oppressors during World War II.
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Island Hopping: The Military Strategy That Crushed Japan In WW2 | WWII In the Pacific
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14, 2023
From the Battle of Guadalcanal to the fierce fighting in the Philippines, we explore the key battles and tactics that made General MacArthur's island hopping strategy so effective.
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Why River Patrol Was One Of The Toughest Jobs Of The Vietnam War | Battlezone
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17, 2023
During the Vietnam War, US forces were fighting in terrain very different to what they're used to at home. One of these key differences in the lack of purpose built roads across the .. show full overview
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The Unrivalled Courage Of The French Resistance | Europe's Secret Armies
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19, 2023
During WW2, France was occupied by Nazi Germany for more than 4 years.
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How US Forces Adapted To Fight A Suicidal Enemy | WWII In The Pacific
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21, 2023
When America gained the upper hand in the Pacific, soldiers thought they were halfway to victory. They were wrong. The way that the Japanese forces fought only become harder to combat .. show full overview
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Operation Piranha: How U.S. Marines Hunted Down The Viet Cong | Battlezone
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24, 2023
Operation Piranha, a search and destroy mission against 2,000 suspected Viet Cong guerrillas at the twin peninsulas of Batangan and An Ky. A combined force made up of Marines and South .. show full overview
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Resisting Hitler: The Bloody Story Of The Battle For Crete | Europe's Secret Armies
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26, 2023
In May 1941, German forces launched a large-scale airborne invasion of the Greek island of Crete. It was expected to be an easy victory for the Axis Powers, but the defending Allied .. show full overview
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Miracle Of Dunkirk: The Operation That Saved Britain During WW2 | Battle Of Dunkirk
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28, 2023
The Dunkirk evacuation was one of WWII’s great escapes. With 338,226 troops evacuated in just nine days it is one of Britain's most famous moments of the war, and with the term ‘Dunkirk .. show full overview
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Why The Navy Were Instrumental To US Strategy In Vietnam | Battlezone
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31, 2023
This archive footage from the Vietnam war explores the diverse role of the Us Navy played in the conflict. Whether it be through artillery support, carrying supplies or through helping Vietnamese civilians their role was crucial.
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Why The Somme Was One Of the Bloodiest Battles In Human History | Battle Of The Somme
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02, 2023
The Battle of the Somme was the bloodiest battle of WW1 and one of the bloodiest battles in human history. More than 3 million men took part in the batttle and around 1 million of them .. show full overview
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The Deadly American Air Operations That Decimated The Viet Cong | Battlezone
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07, 2023
From the iconic Huey helicopter to the brutal B-52 bomber, the Vietnam War saw America unleash their incredible air power. Discover how the aerial assaults led by these war machines proved too much for the North Vietnamese Army.
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The Spring Offensive: Germany's Final Gamble To Win WW1 | History Of Warfare
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09, 2023
Explore the pivotal moments of World War I with "The Spring Offensive: Germany's Final Gamble." Witness Germany's daring last-ditch effort to secure victory as we delve into this .. show full overview
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How US Forces Trained Vietnamese Peasants To Fight The Viet Cong | Battlezone
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14, 2023
Before the rapid escalation of the Vietnam War and the deployment of US troops, a very different plan of action was conceived. It involved US forces travelling around the Vietnamese .. show full overview
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What Was Life Like For US Soldiers In The Vietnam War? | Battlezone
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21, 2023
Step into the shoes of American soldiers and experience the harsh realities of the Vietnam War firsthand. Discover the daily struggles, camaraderie, and personal stories that shaped their lives during this tumultuous chapter in American history.
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Did US "Civic Action" Really Make A Difference In Vietnam? | Battlezone
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28, 2023
A big part of the fight against communism in The Vietnam War wasn't fought on the battlefield. This "civic action" was undertaken to show the Vietnamese population that they were being .. show full overview
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The Gruelling Life Of A Pilot During The Vietnam War | Battlezone
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05, 2023
Witness the harrowing world of American pilots in the Vietnam War, where each day feels like a relentless 25-hour battle. Amidst deafening gunfire and constant danger, these aviators .. show full overview
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The Battle Of The Somme: How Did Ordinary Men Become WW1 Heroes? | Heroes Of The Somme
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07, 2023
The Battle Of The Somme was the bloodiest battle of the First World War. There were over 1 million casualties, but within the cacophony of bullets and bloodshed incredible stories of .. show full overview
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Operation Barbarossa: The Invasion That Doomed Nazi Germany | How The Nazis Lost
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09, 2023
Hitler's ambitious invasion of the Soviet Union proved to be the turning point for the Second World War. Explore the clash between Hitler and Stalin on the Eastern Front, the largest and .. show full overview
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Before The Storm: The Early Days Of The Vietnam War | Battlezone
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12, 2023
US forces were involved in the Vietnam War for years before the government put" boots on the ground" in 1965. Army personnel volunteered to aid the South Vietnamese by improving their .. show full overview
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What Happened At The Outbreak Of The Korean War? | Battlezone
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19, 2023
From the initial communist invasion to the resilient defense by South Korean and United Nations forces, we witness the fierce battles, daring operations, and the ultimate retaking of .. show full overview
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Battle Of Kursk: What Caused The World's Largest Ever Tank Battle? | Battlefield
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23, 2023
The Battle Of Kursk is the largest ever tank battle. This video takes a look at everything around the battle, from the leaders, to the soldiers, to the strategy.
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How Paratroopers Were Used In The Korean War | Battlezone
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24, 2023
This documentary takes a look at the tactics used by the US in The Korean War. We analyse the movements of American units as well as how they strategically deployed paratroopers behind enemy lines to devastate the communist forces.
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How The Annexation Of Crimea Set The Stage For War In Ukraine | Secret Wars Uncovered
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24, 2023
The shocking facts behind battles that were fought covertly. Digging deep into archives and quizzing experts and journalists, this series uncovers some of the most controversial, covered .. show full overview
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Last Stand: The Desperate Civilian Defence Of Kursk | Battlefield
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30, 2023
In the ongoing struggle to conquer the Soviet Union in WW2, Hitler aimed to deal a destructive blow to the Soviet forces at the battle of Kursk. In what would become the largest tank .. show full overview
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The Hidden Truth Behind Yemen's Civil War | Secret Wars Uncovered
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31, 2023
War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts.
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Seoul: The Bloody Back And Forth Battle For South Korea's Capital | Battlezone
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02, 2023
Witness the harrowing back-and-forth battles that ravaged this once-thriving metropolis, as communist troops tried to seize control. From the city's destruction and the plight of its .. show full overview
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Why Wasn't Hitler Able To Invade Britain? | Battlefield
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06, 2023
From the early attempts to bomb Germany to the fierce air battles over Britain, learn why Hitler's ambitious invasion plans faced insurmountable challenges.
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The Shocking True Story That Inspired 'Black Hawk Down' | Secret Wars Uncovered
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07, 2023
In October 1993, an elite battle unit of the US army began a fairly straight-forward mission in Somalia's capital to arrest two top lieutenants of the warlord Mohammed Aidid, who .. show full overview
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The Impossible Challenge Facing The US Medical Corps In Korea | Battlezone
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09, 2023
The Korea of today is very different to the Korea of the 1950s. When US troops were deployed there in the Korean War, not only did they face a bloody war but also the uphill battle of .. show full overview
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The Horrific First Hand Accounts Of Stalingrad Veterans | Survivors Of Stalingrad
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11, 2023
The infamous battle of Stalingrad began in 1942 and over the course of 5 long months would see some of the most brutal fighting of WW2. This documentary tells the story of Stalingrad .. show full overview
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The Rise And Fall Of The Luftwaffe | Battlefield
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13, 2023
By the end of WW2 the Luftwaffe had become outnumbered and were outperformed by the allied air forces. Their weaknesses had been exposed and they failed to keep the momentum they held in .. show full overview
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How The Bosnian War Led To The Bloody Breakup Of Yugoslavia | Secret Wars Uncovered
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14, 2023
In the wake of World War II, a solemn vow was made: "Never again." Yet, a few decades later, the world bore witness to a haunting contradiction – the Bosnian War and its devastating .. show full overview
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Rommel vs Montgomery: The Legendary Tank Battles Of The WW2 Desert War | Tanks!
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16, 2023
The North African Campaign bore witness to some of the largest tank battles of the Second World War. This documentary dives into the tactics used by Rommel and Montgomery, and the tanks .. show full overview
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What Made Stalingrad The Most Brutal Battle Of WW2? | Survivors Of Stalingrad
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18, 2023
Survivors of the infamous Battle of Stalingrad share their story. From the German and Russian perspectives, witness the fierce struggles, strategic maneuvers, and the untold sacrifices .. show full overview
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The Human Cost Of The Second World War | World War II In Numbers
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20, 2023
World War, the largest conflict in human history. This video breaks the war down battle by battle, and explores its impact through compelling numbers: 30+ nations, 100M+ soldiers and 70M+ lives lost.
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The Corruption Behind 70 Years Of War In Kashmir | Secret Wars Uncovered
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21, 2023
The shocking facts behind covert battles. Digging deep into archives and quizzing experts and journalists, this series uncovers some of the most controversial, covered up and shocking military operations since the Second World War.
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The History Of The Defunct Specialist Panzer Models | Tanks!
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23, 2023
The Panzer is the most iconic tank of WW2, remembered for its speed and firepower, that dominated the early years of the war. Outside of the main production units there are several more .. show full overview
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WW2 Marine Remembers His First Kill At The Battle of Okinawa Rishi Sharma Interview War Stories
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25, 2023
WW2 Marine Remembers His First Kill At The Battle of Okinawa | Rishi Sharma Interview | War Stories
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How Hitler Abandoned The German Army At Stalingrad | Stalingrad
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27, 2023
As the battle for Stalingrad raged on, the situation that faced German soldiers quickly deteriorated. Facing frostbite, starvation and dwindling supplies, they were surrounded by death and their moral at breaking point.
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The Forgotten Soviet Attack On Imperial Japan | Battlefield
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28, 2023
The Japanese surrender shortly after the detonation of the second atomic bomb above the city of Hiroshima was the final nail in the coffin of the Imperial Japanese Empire. This momentous .. show full overview
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The CIA's Secret War In Laos | Secret Wars Uncovered
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30, 2023
From 1964 to 1973, the U.S. dropped over 2 million tons of bombs in Laos, making it the most heavily bombed country per capita in history. This secret war had a devastating impact on .. show full overview
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The Battle Of Moscow: When Hitler Repeated Napoleon's Mistakes | Tanks!
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01, 2023
In 1812, Napoleon I embarked on his ill-fated Russian campaign, fast forward to the 1940s, and Adolf Hitler found himself making strikingly similar decisions during World War II. Explore .. show full overview
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Operation Market Garden: Montgomery's Greatest Failure | Both Sides Of The Line
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03, 2023
Operation Market Garden, a daring Allied plan to hasten the end of World War II. General Montgomery's ambitious strategy combined ground forces with a massive airborne assault, aiming to .. show full overview
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USSR vs Japan: The Soviet Union's Invasion Of Manchuria | Battlefield
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04, 2023
On August 9, 1945, as the world grappled with the aftermath of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the Soviet Union initiated a massive offensive against Japanese forces in Manchuria.
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Loopholes and Lies: What Really Happened With The Iran-Contra Affair | Secret Wars
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06, 2023
This documentary looks into the Iran-Contra affair of 1985 where the US Government were caught red-handed funding counter insurgencies against communist governments in central america. .. show full overview
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The Black Baron: The Greatest Tank Ace of WW2 | Tanks!
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08, 2023
This documentary tells the story of the greatest tank ace of the second world war, Michael Wittman. Wittman was an infamous figure amongst the ranks of his enemies as well as his .. show full overview
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D-Day: What Was It Like To Fight In The Battle Of Normandy? | Both Sides Of The Line
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10, 2023
Relive the battle of Normandy through two veteran’s eyes as a former soldier from England meets with his old enemy, a former German soldier to re-visit the battlefields of Normandy where .. show full overview
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Could The Attack On Pearl Harbor Have Been Prevented? | Battlefield
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11, 2023
December 7th, 1941, the date of the Pearl Harbor attack. It marked a pivotal moment that changed the course of World War II. In this documentary we delve into the events leading up to .. show full overview
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Mali Desert War: The Deadliest UN Campaign Of All Time | Secret Wars Uncovered
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13, 2023
On November 20, 2015, terror struck the Radisson Blu Hotel in Bamako, Mali, as gunmen stormed the luxury hotel, leaving 20 dead and taking 170 hostages. This shocking attack shed light .. show full overview
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How Effective Were Tanks Actually During The Second World War? | Tanks!
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15, 2023
War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts.
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The Battle Of The Bulge: Nazi Germany's Final Gamble | Both Sides of the Line
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17, 2023
In a desperate bid to counter the relentless Allied advance on both fronts, Adolf Hitler launched the desperate Ardennes Offensive. The brutal fighting that followed is more commonly known as the Battle of the Bulge.
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Singapore: The Greatest Disaster In British Military History | Battlefield
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18, 2023
On the 15th February 1942, Imperial Japanese forces captured the British stronghold of Singapore. Not only was Singapore Britain's economic base of operations for east-Asia but it was .. show full overview
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How To Successfully Pull Off A Military Coup | Secret Wars
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20, 2023
Using 3 examples of Thailand, Libya and Chile, we take a look at how a coup d'état works. How is it put into place? What are the necessary resources? How often do they work? This documentary explores this and more.
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Blitzkrieg: The Origins of Germany's Lightning War | Tanks!
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22, 2023
In 1939, Nazi Germany unleashed the horrors of Blitzkrieg to an unsuspecting Europe. This new type of warfare would go on to propel Germany to enormous territorial gains during the next .. show full overview
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The Harsh Realities of Desert Warfare in WW2 | Both Sides of the Line
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24, 2023
This documentary explores the brutal desert fighting in North Africa during WW2. Veterans from both sides of the conflict return to the battlefields where they once fought as enemies. What were their experiences in this harsh environment?
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Battle Of Guadalcanal: America's First Major Offensive Against Japan | Battlefield
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25, 2023
After Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor, their empire expanded rapidly across the Pacific. But the tide began to turn as the Americans launched their first major offensive against Japan on .. show full overview
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The Entire Israeli-Palestine Conflict Explained | Secret Wars Uncovered
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27, 2023
From the beginnings of the conflict with the birth of Israel in 1948 and the heated tensions of the 1967 Six-Day War, to more recent developments like Operation Cast Lead and the .. show full overview
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What Was It Like To Be On The Beaches Of Dunkirk? | Both Sides of the Line
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29, 2023
Travel back to 1940 and the Miracle of Dunkirk. Over 300,000 Allied soldiers found themselves trapped between the relentless German forces and the unforgiving North Sea. Hear the .. show full overview
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Operation Cartwheel: How America Crushed The Japanese Expansion | Battlefield
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01, 2023
Launched in 1943, Operation Cartwheel was a daring strategy led by General Douglas MacArthur which aimed to roll back Japan's expansion. Over the next two years, the Pacific saw some of .. show full overview
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Can The Cost Of The Second World War Truly Be Measured? | WWII In Numbers
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02, 2023
World War, the largest conflict in human history. This video breaks the war down battle by battle, and explores its impact through compelling numbers: 30+ nations, 100M+ soldiers and 70M+ lives lost.
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How Zulu Warriors Pushed The British Army To Breaking Point | History Of Warfare
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04, 2023
The battle of Rorke's Drift went down in history for all the wrong reasons. What is commonly spun as a heroic victory for the British is actually the result of being pushed to the very .. show full overview
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The Vicious Struggle To Capture Monte Cassino | Both Sides of the Line
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06, 2023
Before the D-Day landings, allied troops were fighting German forces in Italy. Attempting to break the well fortified Gustav Line, a literal uphill battle took place to dislodge German .. show full overview
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The Unimaginable Suffering Caused By The Siege Of Leningrad | Battlefield
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08, 2023
In 1941, German forces completely surrounded Leningrad. By the time this blockade was lifted, 872 days had passed and more than 1.5 million innocent civilians had died from starvation or .. show full overview
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How Did The Supermarine Spitfire Become A British Icon? | Demand - Spitfire Voices
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09, 2023
Discover the remarkable story behind the Supermarine Spitfire, a British aviation icon that played a pivotal role in World War II. In this captivating interview, veterans and experts .. show full overview
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The Fourth Arab-Israeli War: Israel's Fight For Survival | Greatest Tank Battles
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11, 2023
Also known as the Yom Kippur War, the Ramadan War or the October War, the Fourth Arab–Israeli War took place in October 1973. Israel found itself outnumbered by their enemies, a .. show full overview
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Operation Barbarossa: Hitler's Desperate Gamble In The East | Russian Front
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13, 2023
Operation Barbarossa, Hitler's audacious invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941. This pivotal moment in World War II saw three million German troops launch a brutal assault on Russia, .. show full overview
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Leningrad: The Brutal Reality Of The 900-Day Siege | Battlefield
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15, 2023
The harrowing tale of the Siege of Leningrad, one of the longest and deadliest sieges in human history. Explore the strategic decisions, unyielding resistance, and the unimaginable human cost of this brutal conflict.
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The World's First Purpose Built Nuclear Bomber | Convair B-36
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16, 2023
The Convair B-36 is a plane that made history. It was the first plane capable of carrying nuclear weapons without any prior adjustments. This meant that the iconic bomber saw in a new .. show full overview
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How Hitler Let Moscow Slip Through His Fingers | Russian Front
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20, 2023
At one point in the early days of Operation Barbarossa, The German army came within 15km of Moscow. The city had been swiftly prepared for an attack and mass civilian evacuations had .. show full overview
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How Victory In Tunisia Paved The Way for D-Day | Battlefield
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22, 2023
The end of the 6-month campaign in Tunisia was a huge victory for the Allies in a time when victories they seemed very hard to come by. The way was now clear for the allies to focus .. show full overview
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Stalingrad: The Bloody Battle Between The USSR and Nazi Germany | Russian Front
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27, 2023
In the autumn of 1942, the Red Army stood as the last line of defense against Hitler's ambitions in the heart of Stalingrad, setting the stage for one of the most gruesome battles of the war.
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El Alamein: The Legendary Tank Battles Of The North African Campaign | Battlefield
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29, 2023
The tank battles of El Alamein saw two legendary commanders face off against each other; Bernard Montgomery and Erwin Rommel. The outcome of these battles would prove to be decisive in the North African Campaign of the Second World War.
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The Top Secret German Weapons That Almost Won The War Secrets of War War Stories
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01, 2023
The Top Secret German Weapons That Almost Won The War | Secrets of War | War Stories
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Operation Barbarossa: Germany's Doomed Retreat To Berlin | Russian Front
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03, 2023
After the turning point of the battle of Kursk, Nazi Germany was mounting a huge retreat back to Berlin. Hitler's commanders grew increasingly frustrated with his hopeless orders to .. show full overview
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Desert Warfare: Why So Many Key WW2 Battles Took Place In North Africa | Battlefield
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05, 2023
Morocco, Egypt and Tunisia are 3 countries that couldn't be further away from the heart of war-torn Europe. But despite this, several key battles between the Allies and Axis powers took .. show full overview
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How Did The French Resistance Fight Back Against The Nazis Secrets of War War Stories
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08, 2023
How Did The French Resistance Fight Back Against The Nazis? | Secrets of War | War Stories
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Britain's Desperate Hunt For The Bismarck | Great German Battleships of WWII
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10, 2023
From the Dreadnought to the Bismarck, witness the development of new naval weapons and battle tactics as that Germany used to try and dominate the seas.
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Monte Cassino: The Brutal Battles To Break German Lines | Battlefield
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12, 2023
In September 1943, the Allied forces, led by General Montgomery, initiated a brutal campaign in Italy. The Germans put up a fierce defense, both sides suffered heavy losses, and the .. show full overview
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Operation Bodyguard The Elaborate Deceptions That Proceeded D-Day Secrets of War War Stories
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15, 2023
Operation Bodyguard: The Elaborate Deceptions That Proceeded D-Day | Secrets of War | War Stories
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Pearl Harbour To Nagasaki: The Complete History Of The Pacific Theatre | The Pacific
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17, 2023
From 1941 to 1945, America was at War with Japan. It started with a surprise attack on Pearl Harbour and it ended with the detonation of 2 atomic bombs. Between these two events .. show full overview
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The Battle Of El Alamein: General Montgomery's Finest Hour | Battlefield
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19, 2023
The second battle of El Alamein marked the beginning of the end of the North African campaign of WW2. After years of fighting in the horrific desert conditions, the stage was set for a .. show full overview
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Cuban Missile Crisis: The Greatest Test Of JFK's Presidency | M.A.D. World
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20, 2023
Witness the gripping narrative of how the Cold War brought the world to the brink of destruction as two superpowers faced off.
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The Legendary German Fighter Aces Of The Second World War | Fighter Aces
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24, 2023
Explore the daring exploits of legendary German Fighter Aces from World War II. Unearth the strategic legacy left behind by these aces and their impact on warfare tactics.
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WW2 Italy: Why Churchill Was Wrong About Europe’s Soft Underbelly | Battlefield
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26, 2023
Witness the brutal challenges faced by Allied troops in harsh conditions, strategic decisions, and the impact on both sides of the Italian Campaign. From the grueling battles to the .. show full overview
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The Legendary WW2 Commando Raids Of The SAS | Behind Enemy Lines
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27, 2023
Few military organisations in human history have undertaken as many daring operations as the legendary SAS. From undercover operations to fighting deep behind enemy lines, the SAS have always thrown themselves in the thick of the action.
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How Operation Cobra Signaled The End Of Nazi Germany | Battlefield
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03, 2023
After the initial success of D-Day in 1944, the next challenge for the Allies was to keep their foot in the door of occupied Europe. This would be no easy task, with a desperate Germany .. show full overview
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How Did General Montgomery Turn The Tide In North Africa? | War In The Desert
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08, 2023
Explore the pivotal moments of General Montgomery's strategic brilliance in turning the tide during the North African campaign. From the bleak early days against overwhelming odds to the .. show full overview
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The Bloody Battles To Break The Siegfried Line | Battlefield
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10, 2023
Stretching from the Netherlands to the Swiss border, the Siegfried line was the Germans final significant line of defense on the Western Front. Composed of around 22,000 pillboxes, troop .. show full overview
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Why Did Hitler Invade Poland? | War in Europe
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15, 2023
On September 1st 1939, Hitler's Nazi Germany invaded Poland, thus beginning WW2. This ruthless act of aggression sent shockwaves around the world. But why did Hitler make this fateful decision to plunge the the human race into a global conflict?
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A Bridge Too Far: Why Operation Market Garden Failed | Battlefield
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17, 2023
In September 1944, the Allies dropped over 40 thousand troops into the Nazi occupied Netherlands. Their objective was to capture strategic points including 9 bridges to create an .. show full overview
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Hitler's Wonder Weapon: Reconstructing The Fritz X Guided Bomb | Nazi Secret Weapons
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18, 2023
In a daring experiment in the California desert, aviation experts recreate the Fritz X to see if the Nazi Precision bomb could've changed the outcome of WW2. The experts also look at .. show full overview
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The Battle For Air Supremacy In WW2 | War In The Air
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22, 2023
From legendary fighter planes like the Spitfire and A6M Zero, to the strategic shifts in bombing campaigns, witness the evolution of aerial warfare. Explore the decisive moments, from .. show full overview
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The Battle For Caen: The Key Battle That Followed D-Day | Battlefield
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24, 2023
Follow the Allied troops, faced with daunting challenges as they strive to capture crucial French towns of Caen. General Montgomery faced determined German resistance including the .. show full overview
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How The Dambusters Sank Germany's "Unsinkable" Battleship | Dambusters' Great Escape
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25, 2023
After establishing themselves as some of the best precision bombers in the world, the elite Dambusters unit had a new assignment. Their task was to sink an enormous German battleship named Tirpitz which was deemed "unsinkable" by it's creators.
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What Was it Like To Celebrate VE Day In 1945? | VE Day: Minute by Minute
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29, 2023
Tony Robinson's VE Day: Minute By Minute takes a unique look at a pivotal day in the history of the modern world, delving into the key events that made VE Day such a momentous .. show full overview
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The Real Consequences Of The Allied Failure At Arnhem | Battlefield
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31, 2023
The bold allied plan known as Operation Market Garden was never going to be an easy move to pull of, but even the Allies couldn't have guessed how badly things really went. An infamous .. show full overview