The Wehrmacht (2009)
4h 20min
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- Synopsis:
Uncover the top secret conversations of leading Nazi generals. Recent research has uncovered new sources giving us a clearer picture of Hitler's Wehrmacht than ever before. An original German ZDF production, this incredible series brings to life previously unseen top secret files that provide answers to questions that have been asked since the fall of the Third Reich. They illustrate how little separated good from evil, show how people were abused and manipulated in horrific ways and demonstrate how many refused to heed their conscience. Most importantly, however, these newly found records offer a unique glimpse into the dark world of the German military elite. Witness extracts from the tens of thousands of secretly recorded conversations held by leading generals of the Wehrmacht while they were held captive at the idyllic country estate of Trent Park near London. Completely unaware that the British were listening to every word they spoke, never before or after did the officers of the Wehrmacht speak so openly. Combining dramatic reconstructions, interviews with past members of the Wehrmacht and superb archive footage, this five part series sheds new light on the complex bonds of loyalty, conscience and honour present in Hitler's leading generals, making this collection a must-watch for all those interested in military history. - Studio:
- Go Entertain
- Genres:
- Children & Family, Documentary, Special Interest