Synopsis
Actors portray Canadian soldiers in World War I through re-enactments based on their memoirs, diaries, and letters from the battlefields of Ypres and Vimy Ridge.
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Synopsis
Terence McKenna stands on the muddy fields of Vimy Ridge, a site of significant Canadian sacrifice during World War I. The 1988 CBC docudrama, "The Killing Ground," presents Canada's involvement in the war through a combination of historical re-enactments and personal narratives. Actors portray Canadian soldiers, drawing from their memoirs, diaries, and letters. Key battle locations, including Ypres, the Somme, and Passchendaele, serve as backdrops for the stories of courage and loss that shaped a nation.
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Why Watch
- See Terence McKenna at historic WWI battlefields.
- Meet Canadian soldiers through their own words.
- Find out about Vimy Ridge's significance in Canada.
Did You Know
- The documentary features the Battlefields of Ypres and the Somme.
- Vimy Ridge is one of the key locations highlighted in the film.
- The film runs for a total of 96 minutes.
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Who is the host of The Killing Ground?
Terence McKenna is the host of The Killing Ground.
What year was The Killing Ground released?
The Killing Ground was released in 1988.
What major battlefields does Terence McKenna tour in the documentary?
Terence McKenna tours the Battlefields of Ypres, the Somme, Vimy Ridge, and Paschendaele.
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