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The Best Episodes of The BBC at War Season 1

Every episode of The BBC at War Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The BBC at War Season 1!

The Best Episodes of The BBC at War Season 1

An enthralling series exploring how the BBC fought not only Hitler but also the British government to become the institution it is today.
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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The BBC at War Season 1 Episode 1 - The War of Words
    7.8/10(7 votes)

    #1 - The War of Words

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    Wholly unprepared for what was the world's first broadcast war, the BBC fended off complete government takeover and emerged a trusted global news source, transmitting in 47 languages. Using a wealth of preserved recordings and previously unseen documents, Jonathan Dimbleby uncovers the compelling story of how the BBC went into battle - against Hitler and Whitehall's ministers - and its part in the social revolution the war provoked.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The BBC at War Season 1 Episode 2 - Into Battle
    7.6/10(6 votes)

    #2 - Into Battle

    S1:E2

    The conclusion of the two-part documentary examines the impact the BBC's broadcasts had on the war zone. Jonathan Dimbleby looks at how it provided a counterpoint to Nazi propaganda and a source of coded information for resistance groups. He also discusses how BBC correspondents were embedded with military units during D-Day, and recalls his own father's reporting on the liberation of Belsen and the fall of Berlin.

    Director:Unknown
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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"The War of Words" is the best rated episode of "The BBC at War" season 1. It scored 7.8/10 based on 7 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/14/2015. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Into Battle".