World War II: Countdown to Victory Season 1

(2009) January | # of Episodes : 24

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Seasons: 1

Total Episodes: 24

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Networks: History

Status: Ended

First Air Date: Jan 1, 2009

Recent Air Date: Jan 1, 2009

Run Time: m

In Production: No

Original Language: English

Age Rating: PG

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Production Companies: Indigo Film

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Synopsis

The key events of the Second World War.

Main Cast

Liam Dale

Narrator

Age : N/A | Popularity : 8%

Episodes

Episode 1

01 January 2009 - The Road to War

When Adolf Hitler's troops invaded Poland in September 1939, war in Europe looked unavoidable. The start of a fascinating 24-part series charting key events of WWII.

Episode 2

01 January 2009 - Battle Lines Drawn

Everything you wanted to know about WWII. In early 1940, Britain faced up to the prospect of rationing and Hitler prepared for full-scale invasion of Scandinavia.

Episode 3

01 January 2009 - First Blood

Blood, toil, tears and sweat: the story of WWII. Winston Churchill's first task as incoming Prime Minister in May 1940 was the evacuation of Allied soldiers from Dunkirk.

Episode 4

01 January 2009 - Britain Under Attack

A thorough guide to the deadliest conflict in history. With much of Europe under his power, Hitler's advance continued west - resulting in the Battle of Britain.

Episode 5

01 January 2009 - Fighting Further Afield

An in-depth guide to WWII. As 1940 drew to a close, Japan signed the Tripartite Pact with Italy and Germany. Nightly bombing raids decimated British cities.

Episode 6

01 January 2009 - On Land, in the Air and All at Sea

This captivating WWII retrospective focuses on early 1941, as the Luftwaffe continued to bomb Britain and the Afrika Korps blossomed under Rommel.

Episode 7

01 January 2009 - The Blitz, the Bismarck and Barbarossa

After failing to conquer Britain by 1941, Hitler switched his focus to Russia. Incredible archive footage brings the realities of war to life.

Episode 8

01 January 2009 - Russian Roulette

The Siege of Leningrad began in September 1941, but the Red Army refused to give in easily. Find out how they used the bleak Soviet winter to their advantage.

Episode 9

01 January 2009 - America at War

This epic account of WWII is a must-see for history buffs. As Germany fought Russia in the east, Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor crucially brought the US into the war.

Episode 10

01 January 2009 - The Fall of Singapore

As the US Army arrived in Britain in 1942, Japan strengthened their position in the Pacific with the capture of Singapore. An epic, blow-by-blow guide to WWII.

Episode 11

01 January 2009 - The Battle of Midway and Beyond

Vivid memories of WWII. The US struck key victories over Japan in two naval battles. Britain came under heavy fire once again in the Baedeker Raids.

Episode 12

01 January 2009 - El Alamein to Stalingrad

The turbulent story of WWII. Hear how the arrival of top general Bernard Montgomery in mid-1942 marked a change of fortunes for the Allies in North Africa.

Episode 13

01 January 2009 - The Tide Begins to Turn

The definitive guide to WWII. As 1942 drew to a close, the Allies were making real headway: the British on top in North Africa and the US dominating Japan.

Episode 14

01 January 2009 - Facing the Music

Experience the heroism and horror of war in this compelling series. The 6th Army surrender at Stalingrad in early 1943 and the RAF target German cities from the sky.

Episode 15

01 January 2009 - Resistance is Never Futile

In May 1943, the RAF carried out the renowned Dambusters raid, which disrupted water and electricity supplies in a key area for the manufacture of Germany's munitions.

Episode 16

01 January 2009 - Tentative Steps

Discover the triumph and tragedy of World War II. After their success in North Africa, the Allies returned to action in occupied Europe and began the fight for Italy.

Episode 17

01 January 2009 - New Challenges

Epic history series. With the Axis under the cosh by late 1943, the Big Three - Stalin, Roosevelt and Churchill - met at the Tehran Conference to plan their next move.

Episode 18

01 January 2009 - Blueprint for Victory

Reflections on when the world went to war. In early 1944, the Allies prepared for the invasion of German-occupied Europe under US general Dwight D Eisenhower.

Episode 19

01 January 2009 - D-Day at Last

The D-Day landings of 1944 resulted in a huge victory for the Allies, with their sheer numbers and element of surprise catching Germany on the hop. Watch to learn more.

Episode 20

01 January 2009 - Liberty, Equality and Fraternity

The ultimate guide to WWII. As a jubilant France was liberated by the Allies, German officer Claus von Stauffenberg made an attempt on Hitler's life.

Episode 21

01 January 2009 - Onwards, Ever Onwards

The complete guide to WWII. Hear how the Nazis managed to inflict heavy US casualties at the Battle of the Bulge in late 1944, despite their terrible position.

Episode 22

01 January 2009 - The Race for Berlin

The key events of the most destructive war in history. Hear how the endgame was in sight by early 1945, with Allied forces advancing on Germany from both sides.

Episode 23

01 January 2009 - Churchill's Finest Hour

Relive the pivotal moments of WWII. The war in Europe finally climaxes as the Allies enter Berlin and Hitler commits suicide, sparking VE Day celebrations.

Episode 24

01 January 2009 - Brave New World

In August 1945, President Truman decided to end the war swiftly and take the controversial step of dropping two atomic bombs on Japan. Relive the shocking resolution.

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Directing	Director	Liam Dale
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