World War II in Colour

1. The Gathering Storm

As the world emerges from the devastation of World War I, tensions between na...

2. Lightning War

As the German war machine continues its relentless march, it leaves a trail o...

3. Britain at Bay

The German military's bombing campaign against Britain is marred by a series ...

4. Hitler Strikes East

The climactic battle between German forces and the Soviet Red Army unfolds fr...

6. The Mediterranean and North Africa

The Allies' Italian campaign in the Mediterranean ends in defeat, leading Ger...

7. Turning the Tide

The tide of the Atlantic war shifts in favor of the Allies as German U-boats ...

8. The Soviet Steamroller

The German Army faces a crushing defeat on the Eastern Front as their assault...

9. Overlord

A sudden and unexpected invasion of Normandy by the Western Allies catches th...

10. Closing the Ring

The Allies' victory in securing a vital supply route paves the way for a pote...

11. The Island War

The Marines achieve a crucial victory in their "island hopping" campaign, ove...

12. Victory in Europe

As World War II draws to a close, Germany's defenses crumble on both fronts. ...

13. Victory in the Pacific

Japan's resistance falters as the war's momentum shifts, and the invasion's t...