Nazi diehard and fanatics fight to the last man to stop Allied forces from freeing Europe, keeping an unrelenting grip on the naval bases, citadels and fortresses of occupied Europe.
Red Tails is a 2012 movie that follows the story of the Tuskegee Airmen, a group of African American pilots who faced racial discrimination but went on to become one of the most respected fighter squadrons in World War II. The movie showcases their struggles, triumphs, and the challenges they faced as they fought to prove their worth and make a significant contribution to the war effort.
June 1941, Hitler attacks the USSR: he wants to conquer this "Living space" which he dreams of for his Reich. It comes up against enemy realities: the vastness of the territory, the polar cold and the determination of a people with inexhaustible human resources. How far will Hitler take Germany?
May 10th, 1940, Hitler takes on the West. Will he precipitate Europe into the Apocalypse?
Historian James Holland and ex-US Army Ranger, Dr Mike Simpson tour the wider Normandy battlefield in a fresh and original series that finally does justice to the scale and complexity of an epic, brutal campaign.
In 1943, a group of German paratroopers are sent to a small English village to execute a daring mission: capture British Prime Minister Winston Churchill. To achieve their objective, they disguise themselves as Polish paratroopers and infiltrate the village's community. However, their plans are soon complicated by unexpected events and the presence of an IRA member who wants to assassinate Churchill. As tensions rise and the mission becomes more dangerous, the paratroopers must make difficult choices that will test their loyalty and determination.
Apocalypse: Stalin is a documentary TV show that delves into the life of Joseph Stalin, the Russian revolutionary and political leader. It explores his rise to power, the policies of his despotic rule, and the impact of his regime on the Soviet Union. The show covers key events such as the Great Purge, the Russian Revolution, and the Great Patriotic War.
Dan Snow examines how the Allied Forces planned and executed the D-Day landings, as surviving veterans tell the story of one of the most dramatic military operations in history.
Summer 1943: Hitler engages in a decisive battle in Kursk to win the war in the East. This is without counting on the pugnacity of the Red Army and the Allied intervention in the West. Month after month, the noose tightens on the Nazi tyrant who refuses to admit defeat and precipitates his country in its fall.
During the final days of World War II, a group of German teenagers are chosen to defend a strategic bridge against advancing American forces. As the battle unfolds, their idealism and naivety are challenged as they face the harsh reality of war.
Fighter Squadron is a war film that follows a group of American fighter pilots as they fly dangerous missions in Europe during World War Two. The film explores the camaraderie between the pilots, the challenges they face, and the intense aerial combat they engage in. It also touches on the personal lives and relationships of the pilots, adding depth to their characters. With stunning war footage and thrilling dogfights, Fighter Squadron is a gripping film that captures the heroism and sacrifice of the men who fought in the war.
In the midst of World War II, a Czech pilot joins the British Royal Air Force to fight against the German forces. As he battles in the skies, he confronts danger, loss, and the relentless pursuit of victory.
During World War II, a bomber pilot is given a secret mission to destroy a Nazi stronghold with a new weapon. He enlists the help of a French resistance fighter, facing dangerous missions and the threat of death. Together, they embark on a mission that involves low-flying flights, bombing raids, and intense aerial combat.
Go for Broke! is a movie set during World War II that tells the story of the Japanese-American 442nd Regimental Combat Team. The film explores their struggles, sacrifices, and heroism as they fight for their country despite facing discrimination and mistrust from their fellow soldiers. It highlights the courage and determination of these soldiers who fought for both their country and their identity.
Charlie becomes a paratrooper, but, while serving in North Africa, he mistakenly kills one of his fellow U.S. soldiers, who is masquerading as a Nazi in order to wipe out a nest of the enemy. Shunned by his fellow soldiers, including his childhood friend Ace, Charlie is forced to prove himself when it is left up to him to transport a generator across an open road in full view of Nazi attackers.
In the winter of 1944, a small American combat unit is faced with the daunting task of holding off a much larger German force during the Battle of the Bulge. As they fight for survival in the harsh Ardennes forest, they must muster all their bravery, resilience, and resourcefulness to overcome the enemy and achieve victory.
During World War II, four British soldiers are commissioned to set up an observation post on a seemingly deserted island in the Mediterranean. However, while surveying the island, the Brits come across four German soldiers holed up in a monastery. The Brits and the Germans agree to a truce, sharing the monastery together until either the British or German troops arrive. But when a shipwrecked Slavic girl ends up on the island, a battle over her erupts amongst the men.
Dan Snow and Kate Humble present a three-part guide to the critical aerial battle that changed the course of the Second World War, featuring personal stories of pilots, ground crews and members of the public. The first episode tracks the first skirmishes of the three-day battle,as the Luftwaffe began an all-out assault to rid Britain of air power prior to a land invasion. The first skirmishes were being tracked by a 19-year-old WAAF member in a secret London bunker, and her secret diaries provide fresh insight into the strategies behind the aerial combat.
During World War II, journalist Ernie Pyle joins the US Army as a war correspondent. He witnesses and reports the struggles and sacrifices of the infantry soldiers in Northern Africa and Italy, forming deep bonds with them. Pyle's experiences and the impact of war on his mental health are showcased, along with his relationships and the challenges faced by soldiers and their families.
The SS was the Nazi state’s instrument of domination and oppression, responsible for the intelligence services and the police. The SS committed a horrific range of atrocities, including the Holocaust, the persecution of political opponents, and brutal war crimes. Millions of people were victims of the Schutzstaffel, and many of the perpetrators were unrepentant to the end. This six-part documentary provides a comprehensive overview of the SS, describing how a small group of thugs rose to become the most feared organ in the Nazi state. With the help of international experts, the film examines common myths about the organisation. Interviews with eyewitnesses and unapologetic perpetrators take us closer to the psyche of the SS supporters in an attempt to make the inconceivable comprehensible.