About this showing of The World at War
Recalling America's entry into World War II after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, the great Laurence Olivier sheds more light on the deadliest conflict in history.
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The World at War
On Our Way
This broadcast aired on U and YESTERDAY on Friday 21 August 2026, 11:00, ending at 12:00.
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ChannelU and YESTERDAY
StartsFri 21 Aug 2026, 11:00
EndsFri 21 Aug 2026, 12:00
Episode / edition: On Our Way
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