3 DVD and MEMORABILIA COLLECTION
THE GREAT WAR 1914-1918
WORLD WAR ONE
2015 was the 100th Anniversary of the landing at Gallipoli, an event considered by many as Australia’s “Coming of Age” and forever consolidating our close relationship with New Zealand.
THE GREAT WAR 1914-1918 is a frank and moving collection of actual archival footage and memorabilia that documents the major events and defining moments of World War One.
From the Battle of Ypres through to Gallipoli and on to the Treaty of Versailles in June 1919, and countless tragic and triumphant mome
nts in between, this significant work is a must have for anyone whose Families and lives were affected by this major event.
This important Documentary from the National Archives relives the horror that was to become forever known as “the Great war” and went on to shape the destiny of the 20th Century. Included are unique memorabilia recreated from original material.
Significant events covered include:
• The Battle of the Frontiers
• The sea battle at Jutland
• The bombing of British cities by Zeppelin airships
• The Allies’ withdrawal from Gallipoli
• The success of tanks in the Battle of Cambria
• The first substantial attack by the American forces at St Mihiel
• The desertion of thousands of Russian soldiers
• The panic within the German High Command that led to an armistice
• The humiliating punishment of the Germans during peace talks
DVD Titles:
• The Great War 1914, 1915, 1916
• The Great War 1917
• The Great War 1918
Episodes include:
• 1914: To Arms
• 1915: Death in Foreign Fieids
• 1916: Stalemate
• 1917: The Breaking Of Armies
• 1918: Germany’s Last Gamble
Memorabilia beautifully recreated from originals at The National Archives include:
• Women s Land Army Certificate
• Battle of Jutland plans
• Selection of origional Postcards
• Lusitania Distress Telegram
• Mental Health Report – Siegfried Sassoon
• Public Warning poster
• Cavalry War Diary Excerpt
• YMCA Letter
• Peace Celebrations ticket
• Peace Celebrations invite
• British Government welcome booklet.
• Spot the Enemy at a Glance Ministry of Information leaflet
• Pocket Notes on the Italian Soldier leaflet
• Bigot-Husky map
• Hurgan Map
WARNING: CONTAINS FOOTAGE THAT SOME VIEWERS MAY FIND DISTRESSING
• Total approx running time 225 mins
• Rated E
• Region: All Regions
