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The First World War

A comprehensive examination of the pivotal moments that shaped the course of World War I.

Decades of escalating European tensions and rivalries ultimately led to a prolonged and devastating global conflict in 1914, surpassing initial expectations in scale and human cost.

Episodes:

Episode 1 To Arms

1. To Arms

Aired: Sep 20, 2003

Uncovering the pivotal events and British involvement in World War I through ...

Episode 2 Under the Eagle

2. Under the Eagle

Aired: Sep 27, 2003

The next episode explores the shift from mobile warfare to trench warfare, ex...

Episode 3 Global War

3. Global War

Aired: Oct 4, 2003

Tensions rise as Germany demands significant concessions from Britain, potent...

Episode 4 Jihad

4. Jihad

Aired: Oct 11, 2003

The Ottoman Empire's entry into World War I set the stage for a devastating s...

Episode 5 Shackled to a Corpse

5. Shackled to a Corpse

Aired: Oct 18, 2003

The next episode delves into the intense battles of the Eastern Front, tracin...

Episode 6 Breaking the Deadlock

6. Breaking the Deadlock

Aired: Oct 25, 2003

The next episode delves into the intense and decisive battles of the Western ...

Episode 7 Blockade

7. Blockade

Aired: Nov 1, 2003

The next episode delves into the naval history of the war, examining Germany'...

Episode 8 Revolution

8. Revolution

Aired: Nov 8, 2003

As the global conflict intensifies, governments employ covert strategies, spa...

Episode 9 Germany's Last Gamble

9. Germany's Last Gamble

Aired: Nov 15, 2003

Germany's Triple Alliance gains the upper hand, seeking a decisive triumph be...

Episode 10 War Without End

10. War Without End

Aired: Nov 22, 2003

The next episode delves into the war's conclusion, highlighting the armistice...

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Info about The First World War

Current Status: Ended

Network: Channel 4

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:War, Documentary, History

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