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Britain's Greatest Generation

Extraordinary tales of the final remaining World War II veterans are highlighted in this documentary series.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Coming of Age

1. Coming of Age

Aired: May 8, 2015

The next episode delves into the harrowing tales of the final survivors of Wo...

Episode 2 Their Finest Hour

2. Their Finest Hour

Aired: May 15, 2015

The nation stands united against the backdrop of World War II, exemplifying u...

Episode 3 Fight for Freedom

3. Fight for Freedom

Aired: May 22, 2015

Episode Overview: Uncovering the extraordinary stories of bravery, hardship, ...

Episode 4 A Better World

4. A Better World

Aired: May 29, 2015

The next episode explores the significant influence of a diverse group of peo...

Appearances

Steve Humphries

Britain's Greatest Generation Videos

Britain's Greatest Generation | PBS America

Britain's Greatest Generation | PBS America

Freddie Hunn MBE: The boy who loved poetry | History - Our Greatest Generation (WW2)

Freddie Hunn MBE: The boy who loved poetry | History - Our Greatest Generation (WW2)

Jim Purcell: The boy with no shoes | History - Our Greatest Generation (WW2)

Jim Purcell: The boy with no shoes | History - Our Greatest Generation (WW2)

Konnie Ho: An evacuee from London's Chinatown | History - Our Greatest Generation (WW2)

Konnie Ho: An evacuee from London's Chinatown | History - Our Greatest Generation (WW2)

Info about Britain's Greatest Generation

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary