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PBS PREVIEWS: THE WAR | Extended Preview | PBS

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THE WAR, a seven-part series directed and produced by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, tells the story of the Second World War through the personal accounts of a handful of men and women from four quintessentially American towns. This exclusive, revelatory "first look" at THE WAR and its creation provides excerpts from the series, insights from the on-screen participants, behind-the-scenes looks at the production and thoughts from co-producers Ken Burns and Lynn Novick on the critical importance of creating this series at this time. During the preview, you'll see some of the work that went into making the seven-part documentary about World War II. Excerpts are introduced by interview footage of the filmmakers or participants in the film. For more information, visit http://www.pbs.org/thewar Premieres Sunday, September 23rd at 8pm ET/PT

Channel: Film & Animation
Uploaded: August 30, 2007 at 5:06 pm
Author: PBS

Length: 26:49
Rating: 4.77
Views: 70029

Tags: Battle  Battles  Burns  Documentary  Ken  Lynn  Novick  PBS  War  WWII  

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irkman123 (September 27, 2008 at 3:40 am)
where can I watch this online?
beerman043 (September 24, 2008 at 11:16 am)
Ken Burns is an incredible filmmaker!
Rautas78 (August 16, 2008 at 9:23 pm)
this was just broadcasted in finnish television during summer months. i watched every episode, and IMO this is the best series ever made. Finland was fighting on an opposing side of USA from 1941, although they didnt have any operations upon each other.
20NPgirl12 (July 29, 2008 at 3:06 pm)
I am half russian and I deeply admire my Grandmother's bravery when she grew up in Kiev. This war changed everything, and it still affects us to this day.
Suprkit (July 7, 2008 at 9:38 am)
To me the best opening to this documentary is episode 2.When they read the editorial of the Septemper 23, 1943 issue of LIFE Magazine.I cry so much when I read it.I believe every American should read it because it makes you think how lucky we are today.
Suprkit (July 7, 2008 at 9:20 am)
The song is called "The death of Falstaff" Its on he soundtrack to the documentry.
Suprkit (July 7, 2008 at 9:17 am)
Well at least we attacked the country that attacked us. Not the WRONG country.
ww2luv (June 25, 2008 at 12:01 am)
The real thing of war ios getting yourself down there killing or being killed yourself. Without Barely escaping. Thats a very powerful statement of war.
CrtnFan21 (June 18, 2008 at 5:28 pm)
There was a division of Mexican-Americans in World War II, The 88 Division or the "Blue Devils". I think they won 27 Medals of Honor.
lordbf1 (June 12, 2008 at 6:43 pm)
Thanks for makes this film! They were truly was the best the generation that ever lived. God belss them all! Some gave all, but all gave some! Thank you to all WWII vets. From a counrty that should never forget, but I fear will! God bless the USA and help us right the ship before we sink.

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