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Britain's Great War

Britain's response to the devastating effects of World War One is explored in a four-part documentary series, examining its lasting impact on the country.

Episodes:

Episode 1 War Comes to Britain

1. War Comes to Britain

Aired: Jan 27, 2014

The British military experiences a significant surge in growth as it rapidly ...

Episode 2 The War Machine

2. The War Machine

Aired: Feb 3, 2014

Britain's economic transformation between 1915 and 1918 is explored in the ne...

Episode 3 The Darkest Hour

3. The Darkest Hour

Aired: Feb 10, 2014

The next episode delves into Germany's blockade of Britain, exploring ways to...

Episode 4 At the Eleventh Hour

4. At the Eleventh Hour

Aired: Feb 17, 2014

The war's final year was marked by desperation, as bereaved parents turned to...

Info about Britain's Great War

Network: BBC One

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:War, Documentary, History

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