The Great War – Episode 4: Hell Cannot Be So Terrible

“Hell Cannot Be So Terrible” tells the story behind the German advancement towards the French city of Verdun. The episode starts by providing a layout of the German’s plans, and goes onto to show the struggles that came with execution. Through explanations of trench warfare, military strategies, and the weaponry used by the soldiers of both sides, this episode gives a detailed layout of push on Verdun known as Operation Judgement.