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The Great War: 1914-1918

Season 1 Episode 6: Collapse

The next episode delves into the final stages of World War One in 1918, exploring the series of events that ultimately led to Germany's defeat, from a disastrous military push to the United States' entry into the conflict and the erosion of civilian morale.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 Explosion

1. Explosion

Aired: Nov 10, 1996

Tensions in Europe come to a head as Germany's military ambitions and Kaiser ...

Episode 2 Stalemate

2. Stalemate

Aired: Nov 17, 1996

The rapid advancement of weaponry in World War One led to a miscalculation of...

Episode 3 Total War

3. Total War

Aired: Nov 24, 1996

The next episode uncovers the untold stories of World War One, focusing on th...

Episode 4 Slaughter

4. Slaughter

Aired: Dec 1, 1996

Rare newsreel footage brings to life the brutal battles of World War One, cap...

Episode 5 Mutiny

5. Mutiny

Aired: Dec 8, 1996

Europe descended into despair in 1917 as World War One continued to rage, wit...

Episode 6 Collapse

6. Collapse

Aired: Dec 15, 1996

The next episode delves into the final stages of World War One in 1918, explo...

Episode 7 Hatred & Hunger

7. Hatred & Hunger

Aired: Dec 22, 1996

The next episode delves into the ongoing blockade of Germany as the Allies fi...

Episode 8 War Without End

8. War Without End

Aired: Dec 29, 1996

The next episode delves into the lasting impact of the war, exploring its far...

Info about The Great War: 1914-1918

Current Status: Ended

Network: PBS

Production Countries: United Kingdom, United States

Genres:War, Documentary, History, Biography