
WWII in HD
WWII in HD is a 10-part American documentary television miniseries that originally aired from November 15 to November 19, 2009 on the History Channel. The program focuses on the firsthand experiences of twelve American service members during World War II, including an Army nurse, a member of the Tuskegee Airmen, a second generation Japanese American and prisoner of war, and an Austrian Jewish immigrant. The twelve members recorded their time in both theaters and some had later interviews; found footage from the battlefield was paired with the stories of the twelve service members. The episodes premiered on five consecutive days, with two episodes per day. The series is narrated by Gary Sinise and was produced by Lou Reda Productions in Easton, Pennsylvania, United States.
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Seasons & Episodes
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Darkness FallsNov 15, 2009 · 50 minDarkness falls... and Europe falls under Nazi control. America was unprepared for joining the war and got hit hard with the attack on Pearl…Episode details →
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Hard Way BackNov 15, 2009 · 47 minThe Allies take on the daunting forces of the Axis, with victory far from certain. Charles Scheffel battles Rommel's forces in Tunisia and Jack…Episode details →
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Bloody ResolveNov 16, 2009 · 44 minThe Marines assault Tarawa in one of the bloodiest battles yet waged. MacArthur island-hops and Italy's front lines claim a casualty.Episode details →
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Battle StationsNov 16, 2009 · 45 minThe Allies lay plans for the invasion of France; Bert Stiles and the 8th Air Force attempt to clear the skies over Normandy, while…Episode details →
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Day of DaysNov 17, 2009 · 44 minThe Allies are bogged down in Normandy's hedgerows in the aftermath of D-Day, while on Saipan, victory turns to horror.Episode details →
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Point of No ReturnNov 17, 2009 · 45 minThe Allies race toward Germany as American Marines battle for ground on Peleliu and across the bloody Pacific.Episode details →
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Striking DistanceNov 18, 2009 · 44 minAmerican forces storm the Philippines while Shelby Westbrook is shot down over Europe. Jack Yusen battles the dangers of the deep when his ship…Episode details →
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Glory and GutsNov 18, 2009 · 44 minThe Marine assault on Iwo Jima brings horror and glory. Pilot Bert Stiles engages a German fighter with disastrous consequences. Reinforcements arrive in Europe…Episode details →
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Edge of the AbyssNov 19, 2009 · 43 minThe Battle of the Bulge pushes the Allies to the brink, and Rockie Blunt barely survives the fight. Okinawa erupts as the Japanese make…Episode details →
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End GameNov 19, 2009 · 44 minWith the end in sight, Okinawa is a bloody obstacle to victory. The third Reich ends with a single gunshot. America delivers the final…Episode details →
