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Awell-documented war fought by the greatest generation. The videos below chronicles the war in Europe, Asia, and here in the U.S.

World War IIA Short History of World War II - In Color New!
Using all color footage, this concise World War II documentary covers the training and exploits of U.S. fighting forces in Europe and the Pacific.

 

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War in the Pacific

Pearl HarborBombing of Pearl Harbor
December 7, 1941 - The day that will live in infamy. Newsreel footage shows the devastation wrought upon Pearl Harbor, bringing the U.S. into WWII.

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MidwayMidway
Full color documentary film uses mostly authentic Midway battle scenes directed by John Ford. This was the decisive comeback after the bombing of Pearl Harbor. It includes dramatic voice-overs by Henry Fonda.

Iwo JimaTo the Shores of Iwo Jima
Fantastic, period documentary of the battle of Iwo Jima and in full color. This is the real story as it happened and includes the famous raising of the flag.

World War IIJapan Surrenders!
After President Truman orders atomic bombs to be dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Emporer Hirohito surrendered to allied forces. Still debated today, the dropping of the bombs brought a swift end to the....

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War in Europe

World War IIWorld War II: Victory in Europe
This 1946 Academy Award winner is introduced by General Dwight D. Eisenhower and is a joint U.S. - British Government film that surveys the entire campaign in Western Europe from just before D-Day to the...

D-DayD-Day Minus One
This is the story of the time leading up to and including the air mission into Normandy before the fleet invasion. The 82nd and 101st Airbourne - the real Band of Brothers.

D-DayD-Day - Victory at Sea
Episode 15 of Victory at Sea covers D-Day: June 6, 1944. This daring invasion was a tremendous military maneuver as well as a daunting logistical feat.

GermanyBattle of the Bulge New!
This standoff during the winter of 1944/45 in the Ardennes forest was a turning point in the war. This offensive was designed to split the allied line, but as german supplies and troops were depleated, the allies...

GermanyAir Army Invades Germany
This short news reel chronicles the air invasion into Germany at the Rhine and Patton capturing Coblenz. Also includeds the 101st Airbourne decorated for bravery for the Battle of the Bulge.

Nazi DefeatNazi Defeat
Newsreel marking the end of the war in Europe as Germany succumbs to the allied invasion.


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More WWII Videos

Memphis BelleThe Memphis Belle
A William Wyler color documentary of the last mission of B-17: Memphis Belle. It chronicles their bombing raids over Wilhelmshafen, Germany.


Flying FortressB-17: The Flying Fortress
A short documentary which covers the famed B-17 in missions over Europe in 1942.


Tuskegee AirmenThe Tuskegee Airmen
During World War II in a segregated military, the Tuskegee Airmen distinquished themselves among aviators. These African-American aviators flew as fighter escort and protection on bombing runs. Their record...

Japanese IntermentJapanese Internment
This documentary realeased during World War II chronicles and defends U.S. policy of the forced relocation of Japanese-Americans during the war. Although it seemed necessary at the time, Japanese-Americans lost...

African Americans in World War IIAfrican Americans in World War II
A remembrance of the the sacrifice and glory of the African Americans who served our country here and abroad during World War II - told by those who served.

News ReviewNews Review, Issue 3: 1943
This is a standard news reel of the day with updates on the war, both overseas and at home. This issue includes a profile of the new Mosquito Bomber, the capture of Milne Bay, keeping your appliances working, and more.

Negro SoldierThe Negro Soldier in World War II
This is a recruitment film for the African American community during World War II, years before Truman desegregated the troops. Directed by Frank Capra.

JeepAutobigoraphy of a Jeep
The origins of the classic army Jeep are told by the Jeep itself. Its compact, light weight design and maneuverabilty over rough terrain made it the perfect military vehicle.

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World War II Generals

General Dwight D. EisenhowerGeneral Dwight D. Eisenhower New!
Born in Uniontown, PA, George C. Marshall was Chief of Staff of the Army during World War II. He also served as Secretary of State and the Secretary of Defense.

General George C. MarshallGeneral George C. Marshall New!
Born in Uniontown, PA, George C. Marshall was Chief of Staff of the Army during World War II. He also served as Secretary of State and the Secretary of Defense.

Douglas MacArthurGeneral Douglas MacArthur New!
Douglas MacArthur was an American general during World War II as well as field marshal of the Philippine Army. He was active in the Pacific during the war and is often quoted as saying "I shall return", which was his pledge...

Hap ArnoldGeneral Hap Arnold New!
Henry "Hap" Arnold was a 5-star General of the Air Force and aviation pioneer.


George PattonGeneral George S. Patton New!
George Patton was an effective and controversial general during World War II. He garnered the admiration of the troops he commanded but was best known for his abillity to get the job done and for his ability to get himself...

Joseph StilwellGeneral Joseph Stilwell New!
General Joseph Warren Stilwell a four-star general served in China and Burma. He gained the nicknames "Uncle Joe" and "Vinegar Joe."

Omar BradleyGeneral Omar Bradley New!
Omar Nelson Bradley was the last surviving five-star commissioned officer of the United States and the first Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.


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