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201948 minGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Historical Events War Crimes

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Homefront

201948 minGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

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Stories from soldiers in World War II, Vietnam, and Afghanistan reveal injury, fear, and love, alongside new sculptures in Greensborough War Memorial Park.

Historical Events War Crimes

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History,

Arts

Director

Michael Wilkins

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Synopsis

Stories from soldiers in World War II, Vietnam, and Afghanistan reveal injury, fear, and love, alongside new sculptures in Greensborough War Memorial Park.

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Michael Wilkinsdirector

Neil Grantwriter

Synopsis

Greensborough War Memorial Park features new sculptures that honor the experiences of soldiers. The documentary presents stories from veterans of World War II, Vietnam, and Afghanistan. It captures their injuries, fears, and moments of humor and love. Through these narratives, the film connects the community to its history and the sacrifices made by service members. The 48-minute documentary brings personal accounts to the forefront, revealing the human side of conflict and remembrance.

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Why Watch

Meet soldiers from World War II, Vietnam, and Afghanistan.
Find out about new sculptures in Greensborough War Memorial Park.
See how humor and love emerge from war stories.

Did You Know

The documentary features stories from soldiers of three different wars: World War II, Vietnam, and Afghanistan.
Greensborough War Memorial Park is home to new sculptures that represent the soldiers' experiences.
The film has a duration of 48 minutes.

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War history enthusiastsPublic art supportersVeterans and families

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Frequently Asked Questions

What conflicts are featured in the documentary Homefront?

Homefront features stories from soldiers involved in World War II, Vietnam, and Afghanistan.

What is the duration of the documentary Homefront?

The duration of Homefront is 48 minutes.

Where can the new sculptures related to the documentary be found?

The new sculptures are located in Greensborough War Memorial Park.

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