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This documentary showcases the grand scenes of the World Anti-Fascist Alliance courageously fighting against fascist invaders on land, sea, and air during World War II, through the wars instigated by the Axis powers—Germany, Italy, and Japan—in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Through this documentary, we can fully understand significant historical events such as the Battle of Stalingrad, the Normandy Landings, and the capture of Berlin. Revisiting "The World at War" includes episodes such as: 1. Production 2. A New Germany, 1933-1939 3. Strange War, September 1939 - May 1940 4. Fall of France, May - June 1940 5. Solo Battle, May 1940 - May 1941 6. Barbarossa, June - December 1941 7. Hooray! Japan, 1931-1942 8. My Way, America, 1939-1942 9. North African Desert, 1940-1943 10. Stalingrad, June 1942 - January 1943 11. Wolf Pack Tactics 12. Soviet Red Star, 1941-1943 13. Bombing Germany, September 1939 14. Looking Back 15. A Lovely Day, Yesterday: Burma 16. Home Burned: Britain, 1940-1941 17. Inside the Empire: Germany, 1940-1944 18. June Dawn: August 1944 19. Occupation of the Netherlands, 1940-1944 20. Pincer Movement, August 1944 - March 1945 21. Massacre, 1941-1945 22. Retribution, Germany, January - May 1945 23. Japan, 1941-1945 24. Pacific, February 1942 - July 1945 25. Atomic Bomb, January - September 1945 26. Settlement 27. Special Features: - Special Feature One: Hitler's Secretary - Special Feature Two: Who Won World War II? - Special Feature Three: Hitler's Death - Special Feature Four: The Warriors - Special Feature Five One: Auschwitz Concentration Camp (Part One) - Special Feature Five One: Auschwitz Concentration Camp (Part Two) - Special Feature Five Two: Auschwitz Concentration Camp (Part One) - Special Feature Five Two: Auschwitz Concentration Camp (Part Two) - Special Feature Six One: People's Commune (Part One) - Special Feature Six One: People's Commune (Part Two) - Special Feature Six Two: People's Commune (Part One) - Special Feature Six Two: People's Commune (Part Two) This is the most detailed list of episode names I could find for "The World at War," with some names added by myself. 😎This monumental work, completed by a British television production company in 1974, should be considered the most authoritative documentary reflecting the Second World War. Just by looking at the amount of work they did, you can understand the significance of this film. The individuals featured in their film include those who were present during the events, high-ranking officers, politicians, ordinary civilians, and regular soldiers. Throughout the approximately 26-hour film, there is not a single repeated shot, and all the footage is sourced from wartime propaganda films or photographs. The narration is provided by the renowned British actor, Sir Laurence Olivier, and those who have heard him interpret Hamlet's "To be or not to be" should recognize his voice. Additionally, the film is sponsored by the British Museum, with each episode having its own production team, including independent writers and directors. The episodes are reviewed by specially hired historians before being meticulously produced. I believe that, among documentaries reflecting World War II, not only has there been nothing to surpass this film in the past, but it is unlikely that there will be anything to surpass it in the future. It is the first time I have seen such a documentary translated, which is quite refreshing. However, what truly stays with me is the impact the film has had on me. When you see those who were present during the events appear on the screen and share their experiences, is there anything more persuasive than that? For example, in the 7th episode, "Long Live Japan," which describes the Pearl Harbor incident, those interviewed include the Japanese plan formulators, naval officers from the special forces, Japanese spies stationed in Pearl Harbor, Japanese pilots who bombed Pearl Harbor, American army officers present at the time, American naval officers and sailors, and even civilians from Pearl Harbor at the time. A 20-minute narration leaves an indelible impression.