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When We Go to War

A drama series exploring the lives of a mixed-race New Zealand family as they cope with the effects of World War I across different settings, including home, Gallipoli, and Egypt.

The film explores the lives of a Pakeha family and a Maori brother and sister from New Zealand, tracing their experiences during World War I as they navigate the war's effects on their lives across home, Gallipoli, and Egypt.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Bea's Letter

1. Bea's Letter

Aired: Apr 26, 2015

Nurse Bea Smith's journey begins at a military hospital in Alexandria, where ...

Episode 2 Manaaki's Letter

2. Manaaki's Letter

Aired: Apr 26, 2015

The next episode delves into the war's complexities through a letter from Egy...

Episode 3 Harry's Letter

3. Harry's Letter

Aired: May 3, 2015

A fierce confrontation unfolds as Charles and Harry face off at Gallipoli, wh...

Episode 4 Awa's Letter

4. Awa's Letter

Aired: May 10, 2015

Manaaki confronts a recurring nightmare, as John's guilt and anger reach a bo...

Episode 5 Charles' Letter

5. Charles' Letter

Aired: May 17, 2015

In the next episode, Charles is haunted by the traumatic experiences of war a...

Episode 6 Cissy's Letter

6. Cissy's Letter

Aired: May 24, 2015

Uncertainty reigns as rumors of a Gallipoli evacuation spread, prompting Char...

Info about When We Go to War

Current Status: Ended

Network: TV One

Genres:Drama