Historic films and news reels from World War II.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 1: Combat Bulletin #63
2011
Features British flame defenses, the revolt in Prague, new quartermaster units using leaded gas and suicide attack on destroyers.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 2: Combat Bulletin #47
2011
Features Tokyo strikes, activities on Iwo Jima, the cleanup on Corregidor, China supply problems, Jungle shelters and the T-26 tank.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 3: Combat Bulletin #2
2011
This classic combat bulletin features activities of the 43rd Infantry Division in the Pacific during World War II and as occupation troops in Japan after…

Battleground – World War II – Episode 4: Dragon’s Teeth
2011
The story of Operation Dragoon in World War II.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 5: The Joe Mann Story
2011
A highly sensitive memorial to a Soldier killed in World War II, expertly photographed with an unusual background of Holland.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 6: The Invasion Of Southern France
2011
The story of Operation Dragoon in World War II. This episode features Roosevelt, Churchill, Chiang Kai-shek and Stalin.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 7: Global War
2011
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Battleground – World War II – Episode 8: The Tide Turns
2011
Conduct of World War II in Europe in 1944, including Allied advances in Italy, France, and Belgium. Also, includes the liberation of Paris and advances…

Battleground – World War II – Episode 9: Tigers On The Loose
2011
The combat story of the 10th Armored Division in World War II, with a focus on events related to fighting around Metz and Bastogne.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 10: The Bridge At Remagen
2011
Recounts the capture of the bridge and subsequent tactical events. Plus, the military gain of the capture is assessed with regard to the ensuing conduct…

Battleground – World War II – Episode 11: Fight For The Sky
2011
Documents the heroism of American fighter pilots who flew escort missions over Germany during World War II. Footage of fierce air battles includes some…

Battleground – World War II – Episode 12: Battle Of Manila
2011
Documents the invasion of the Philippines, covering the landings through the final liberation of the city of Manila.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 13: Fortress In The Sea
2011
Story of the recapture of Corregidor Island in World War II by Gen. Douglas MacArthur's force.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 14: Beachhead Anzio
2011
Documents the establishment of an Allied beachhead at Anzio in World War II.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 15: Battle Of St. Vith
2011
Highlights the role of the 84th Infantry Division in fighting the German Army in World War II. Includes the penetration of the Siegfried Line in November…

Battleground – World War II – Episode 16: D-Day Anniversary
2011
Replays the drama and battle action of the landing at Normandy and the fierce combat to overcome the wall of "Fortress Europe" in June 1944.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 17: D-Day Convoy
2011
Details activities just prior to and including D-Day, including movements of American troops from all parts to the Normandy Invasion.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 18: Tried By Fire
2011
The story of the three-day attack on St. Vith and the retreat of American troops when the town was lost to Germans.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 19: A Pictorial History Of The U.S. Cavalry
2011
Explores the military service of the U.S. cavalry throughout the nation's history, with a focus on its changed combat role since World War I as an effective…

Battleground – World War II – Episode 20: The Growler Story
2011
Highlights one of the famed acts of individual heroism during WWII, when fatally-wounded CDR Howard Gilmore -- for the last time from the battle-scarred…

Battleground – World War II – Episode 21: Alaska Highway
2011
Construction of the 1,500 miles of the Alaska highway.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 22: 1st Cavalry & 2nd Armored Divisions
2011
The history of the 1st Cavalry Division's and 2nd Armored Division's combat activities in World War II.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 23: Battle For Salerno
2011
A documentary on the combat action of Lt. Gen. Mark W. Clark's Fifth Army forces in Italy during World War II.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 24: We All Came Home
2011
The story of U.S. Army & Navy nurses who survived the prison camps of Bataan and Corregidor in World War II. Their courage and strength show us values…

Battleground – World War II – Episode 25: Operation Cartwheel
2011
A World War II report on the Pacific Theater operation of the reduction of Rabaul, demonstrating Allied success in bypassing and isolating enemy strong…

Battleground – World War II – Episode 26: Breakout & Pursuit
2011
The story of Operation Cobra in World War II in which American forces broke through Normandy and began their push across Europe.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 27: The Fleet That Came To Stay
2011
Highlights combat scenes from the Okinawa campaign, pre-invasion shore bombardment and kamikaze attacks on U.S. ships in World War II.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 28: Battle Of The Bulge
2011
The story of America's winter Soldier throughout the history of the country from Valley Forge to the Battle of the Bulge.

Battleground – World War II – Episode 29: Air War Against Japan
2011
The beginning and end of the air offensive against Japan during World War II. The story includes the Doolittle Raid, the dropping of the atomic bombs on…

Battleground – World War II – Episode 30: Liberation Of Rome
2012
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Battleground – World War II – Episode 31: Grey Geese
2012
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