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All Episodes of Asia in the Great War

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All Episodes of Asia in the Great War

Over 100 years ago, humanity witnessed the greatest war that had ever occurred: World War I. Nearly two million men from across Asia were recruited...
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Season 1

  • India: The Forgotten Army
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    India: The Forgotten Army

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 11/14/2014

    This documentary explores the bravery, determination, and sacrifice of the nearly 1.5 million men who were sent to fight alongside the British in World War I.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • China: Behind The Trenches
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    China: Behind The Trenches

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 11/14/2014

    This documentary takes a look at the Chinese efforts during The First World War and illustrates how this war had a lasting effect on the entire nation.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Vietnam: War and Rebellion
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    Vietnam: War and Rebellion

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 11/14/2014

    This documentary takes a look at how World War I and Vietnam's involvement sowed the seeds of revolution and led to the birth of modern Vietnam.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Japan: An Ambitious Ally
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    Japan: An Ambitious Ally

    Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 11/14/2014

    Take a deeper look at Japan's contributions during World War I, and how The First World War impacted their imperialist ambitions throughout the twentieth century.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown