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The Great War and the Shaping of the 20th Century

The Great War and the Shaping of the 20th Century

Description: A history of World War I, focusing on its ongoing social, cultural and personal impact.
Genre: Documentary
Year Released: 1996
First episode air date: November 10, 1996
Awards: Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Voice-Over Performance, MORE
Network: PBS
Program Creator: Jay Winter
Writers: Jay Winter, Blaine Baggett, Carl Byker
Main Characters: Frank Golder, Adolf Hitler, Vera Brittain, MORE
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