Documentary

Battlefront (DVD Edition)

The earthshaking battles of WWII come to life in this fascinating collection reviewing one of the most epic and disturbing chapters in history. This visually stunning series is a powerful testament to the titanic struggles of those who lived, fought and died in a war that shook the world. Astonishing color footage, taken from newsreels and captured enemy film, reveals the grinding intensity of campaigns fought in the Atlantic and Pacific theatres. WWII Battlefront covers the war in the air, on the ground, and above and below the sea in color footage and captures WWII the way it was--lived and fought by soldiers, sailors, marines and airmen from both the Allied and Axis armies.

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Created By

Tracy Pearce

Status

Returning Series

Original Name

Battlefront (DVD Edition)

First Air Date

January 1, 2001

Last Air Date

March 19, 2001

Seasons

1

Episodes

12

Language

English

Production Companies

Natural 9 Entertainment

Networks

S01E12

Battle of Okinawa

As the U.S. makes its way through the pacific towards Japan, the final invasion is on the island of Okinawa. Although the landing is simple, the Japanese commander has decided to meet the Americans in the steeper inland terrain of the island. It is a brutal and violent final pacific battle of the war. Kamikaze fighters strike back in a last-ditch effort to keep the Americans away.

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