Between the Wars

Between the Wars

NR 1978 · 1 season · 16 eps · ★ 9.5 · War & Politics, Documentary

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This classic series follows the events that sparked the greatest conflict of the century, capturing the drama, the excitement and the ideological juxtapositions of these crucial years. Former CBS News correspondent and commentator Eric Sevareid, one of the world's most respected figures in journalism, presents this extraordinary series featuring stunning original newsreels, soundtracks, and rare archival footage.

Directed by Scott Garen

Network: PBS

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