The Men and the Machines That Beat Hitler
This is the story of the veterans who fought in the 5th Royal Tank Regiment - a team of ordinary men who faced the frontline in both Europe and beyond. Their involvement in the Second World War spanned the humiliating defeat at Dunkirk, victory in the deserts of North Africa and finally saw resentment and revolt before D-Day. Based on the unpublished diaries and memoirs of the men who were thrust together in extraordinary circumstances to fight Hitler and his forces, this program uses drama and documentary to bring their stories to life.
Season 1
2 episodes
- 1. Episode 1Members of the 5th Royal Tank Regiment fight on the frontline in Europe and beyond during World War II.CC50minJun 23, 2013
- 2. Episode 2The amazing true tale of six valiant `tankies' who served together in World War II. This moving final episode covers D-Day, the battle for Normandy and eventual victory in Germany.CC50minJun 30, 2013
The Men and the Machines That Beat Hitler
This is the story of the veterans who fought in the 5th Royal Tank Regiment - a team of ordinary men who faced the frontline in both Europe and beyond. Their involvement in the Second World War spanned the humiliating defeat at Dunkirk, victory in the deserts of North Africa and finally saw resentment and revolt before D-Day. Based on the unpublished diaries and memoirs of the men who were thrust together in extraordinary circumstances to fight Hitler and his forces, this program uses drama and documentary to bring their stories to life.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Francis Whately
