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202363 minPGdocumentary

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The First Hour

202363 minPGdocumentary

Allied troops entered Germany in May 1945, as firsthand accounts and re-enacted scenes reveal the chaotic aftermath of World War II and the uncertainty of peace.

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Frank Glencairn

The First Hour

2023• 63 minPG

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Allied troops entered Germany in May 1945, as firsthand accounts and re-enacted scenes reveal the chaotic aftermath of World War II and the uncertainty of peace.

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Allied troops entered Germany in May 1945 as the Third Reich collapsed. "The First Hour" presents re-enacted scenes alongside firsthand accounts from civilians and soldiers. The documentary captures the chaotic aftermath of World War II, detailing the uncertainty faced by people on the ground. Eyewitnesses share their experiences during the first hour of peace after years of conflict. Directed by Frank Glencairn, the film runs for 63 minutes and features perspectives that are increasingly rare.

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