The Great War: 1914-1918
From Germany's military build-up and the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, to the final days of trench warfare and the Armistice, the complete story of "The War To End All Wars" is examined in vivid detail. Episodes include, "1914-To Arms!", "1916- Stalemate", "1918- Germany's Last Gamble" and more.
Season 1
5 episodes
1. 1914- To ArmsConcern for Germany's growing militarism, Kaiser Wilhelm II's obsession to match Britain's navy and the existence of the long established French and German war-plans only fueled the air of instability in Europe. It was the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand that ignited the global conflictCCJun 25, 2007
2. 1915- Death in Foreign Fields1915 was to see warfare take on a new dimension with the bombing of British cities by Zeppelin airships. Germany also began U-Boat attacks on neutral shipping, a policy that would contribute to the United States entering the war. Gas was also used for the first time by the GermansCCJul 2, 2007
3. 1916- StalemateIn February the Germans began their assault on the forts at Verdun in a battle of attrition that would last until December. In the East the Russians launched an offensive to try and relief the pressure on the French. Although the Russians ultimately failed to make any gains it did draw German divisions away from the Western Front.CCJul 9, 2007
4. 1917- The Breaking of ArmiesThe most catastrophic revolt of all occurred in the Russian Army where hundreds of thousands of soldiers deserted. Russia's Great war was essentially over. Germany moved many more troops to the Western Front and despite America's entry into the war, it would not be until 1918 when the full effect of their involvement would be appreciated.CCJul 16, 2007
5. 1918- Germany's Last GambleUsing "Storm Trooper" tactics, the Germans launched attacks against the British with devastating results. In just three weeks the Allies lost 400,000 men. Completely overwhelmed, General Haig issued his famous "Backs to the Wall" message to the troops. The lack of resources caused by naval blockades and the first appearance of "Spanish Influenza" meant that the German forces halted.CCJul 23, 2007
The Great War: 1914-1918
From Germany's military build-up and the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, to the final days of trench warfare and the Armistice, the complete story of "The War To End All Wars" is examined in vivid detail. Episodes include, "1914-To Arms!", "1916- Stalemate", "1918- Germany's Last Gamble" and more.
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