A comprehensive look at the war that shaped the 20th century. Through rare actual battle footage and veteran interviews, the viewer is taken from the assassination of the Austrian Archduke in 1914 to the final desperate battles of 1918. Unique and stunning, you will go-over-the-top on the Western Front and witness the carnage in Russia. You'll take to the skies in the world's first air war and ride with the legendary Lawrence of Arabia. This is more than a historical or military account of WWI, it is a riveting and personal account of a defining moment in world history. Never before in the history of the world had so many countries fought on so many far-flung battlefields. Never had so many soldiers lost their lives. Never had there been such an unending hell-on-earth. Never has there been such a remarkable look at 'The War to End All Wars'.
The War To End War (1914-1918) – Episode 1: With Flags Waving
2008
During the 19th century, the major European powers went to great lengths to maintain a balance of power throughout Europe, resulting in the existence of…
The War To End War (1914-1918) – Episode 2: The Battle Of The Frontiers
2008
The commanders of the German and French armies believed that the opening encounters of World War I would decide its fate. Both sides attacked with ruthless…
The War To End War (1914-1918) – Episode 3: The Taxis Of The Marnet
2008
The Battle of the Frontiers had been a catastrophe for France, and by the end of August the situation for the Allies was critical.
The War To End War (1914-1918) – Episode 4: A War Of Chemicals And Engineering
2008
The most extensively used, most devastating, and by far the most important weapon in the Great War was artillery.
The War To End War (1914-1918) – Episode 5: Flyboys
2008
The Great War saw the world’s first use of military aviation. Initially, planes were used for reconnaissance over the trenches during the stalemate on…
The War To End War (1914-1918) – Episode 6: Citadel
2008
With the Allies suffering from their own inexperience and low morale, German General Erich von Falkanhayn believed that if dealt enough damage the French…
The War To End War (1914-1918) – Episode 7: Distant Fronts
2008
The Gallipoli Campaign of 1915-16, also known as the Battle of Gallipoli or the Dardanelles Campaign, was an unsuccessful attempt by the Allied Powers…
The War To End War (1914-1918) – Episode 8: Revolt
2008
The fate of tsarist Russia and its ruling family was bound up in the tragedy of World War I.
The War To End War (1914-1918) – Episode 9: Changing Tide
2008
At the start of the Great War, the United States and President Woodrow Wilson was adamant about remaining a neutral party to protect its diplomatic relations…
The War To End War (1914-1918) – Episode 10: End Game
2008
At the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, the Great War came to an end.