World War Two Documentaries
What Happened at Auschwitz
The Holocaust is a moment in history that shocked the world. But as BBC journalist Jordan Dunbar discovers, it’s a story that’s being diluted through disinformation and cultural amnesia. In this moving documentary marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, survivors of the camp explain what happened at the largest mass murder site in human history.
The Lancaster Bomber
The story of how one of the most iconic aircrafts in history, the Lancaster bomber, was created and how, as Bomber Command’s most destructive weapon, it was instrumental in the defeat of Nazis during World War II. This fascinating documentary highlights the ordinary people whose lives were made extraordinary through their association with this iconic military marvel.
Forgotten War Stories
Between World War II and the Iraq War, Britain and its allies were embroiled in a number of serious conflicts around the world. The details, losses and controversies surrounding these wars are now largely forgotten by the public. This insightful history documentary series investigates the forgotten battles of the Suez, Bosnian, Korean, Gulf War and other brutal conflicts.
WWII: Women on the Frontline
Defying expectations, overcoming prejudices, and often outperforming their counterparts, these are the courageous, and unwritten stories of the women who fought the Nazis. This remarkable documentary explores the daring and unknown histories of the remarkable pilots, journalists, guerrillas and spies who fought, flew, and died across Britain, Germany, France and beyond during World War II.
King George VI: Brother, Husband, King
Britain’s King George VI was a complicated character. Forced onto the throne when his brother, Edward VIII, fell in love with Wallis Simpson and abdicated. He was a reluctant monarch. This gripping royal history documentary reveals he could be a brutal father with a terrifying temper, but also shy and withdrawn. He was a man who sacrificed everything when offered no choice but to serve his nation.