Description
Heroes of World War II | Documentary
UPC 5034504717572
Product Details:
- Brand: Pegasus Entertainment
- Genre: Documentary, Military History
- Release Year: 2005
- Runtime: Approx. 70 minutes
- Audio: Stereo
- Language: English
- Aspect Ratio: 4:3
- Region: 0, PAL
Overview:
"Heroes of World War II" is a powerful documentary that pays tribute to the extraordinary individuals who displayed remarkable bravery, courage, and sacrifice during one of the darkest periods in human history. As the German armies swept across Europe, Britain stood alone to face this seemingly unstoppable force, and an entire nation rallied together, putting their best foot forward.
Through compelling narratives and rare archival footage, this program celebrates the heroic actions of soldiers, sailors, airmen, and civilians who fought tirelessly to rid the world of the poisonous evil that threatened to engulf it. From the daring exploits of individuals like Corporal Jack Edmondson to the collective efforts of groups like the French Resistance and the people of Malta, this documentary honors the indomitable spirit of those who sacrificed everything for freedom.
Interesting Facts:
- The documentary highlights the crucial role played by merchant seamen, who faced constant threat from enemy submarines and aircraft while transporting vital supplies.
- It explores the achievements of Bomber Command, whose relentless air offensive played a significant role in weakening the German war machine.
- The program features footage of the legendary warship Tirpitz and the efforts to neutralize this formidable threat.
Scene Selection:
- Merchant Seamen Under Attack
- Individual Heroes
- Bomber Command Achievements
- Corporal Jack Edmondson
- The Warship Tirpitz
- General Montgomery's Air Offensive
From Backside:
Heroes appear in different guises but all possess the same qualities; bravery, courage, passion and price. As lite ferman armies swept all before them, Britain stood alone to face this seemingly unstoppable force and an entire nation put their best foot forward. Some individuals would be celebrated with medals but countless hundreds of thousands of others would pass unrecorded or even unknown. Outside of Britain the men and women of the French resistance, the people of Malta and countless soldiers, sailors and airmen fought bravely to rid the world of such a poisonous evil.
