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The Guns of August

The film explores the pivotal events of World War I, spanning from the funeral of King Edward VII to the signing of the Versailles Treaty.

This documentary uses rare archive footage to recount the events leading up to and during World War I, highlighting the rivalry between European royalty, the failed attempts to avoid the war, German atrocities, and the devastating consequences of incompetent leadership.

Info about The Guns of August

Studio(s): Benadet

Originally Released: United States, Dec 24, 1964

Genres:Documentary, History, War