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201647 minPG-13documentary

8.2/ 10(8 ratings)• TMDB

The King's War

201647 minPG-13documentary

8.2/ 10(8 ratings)• TMDB

August 23, 1944, marks a significant date in history, involving a king and 23 individuals who opposed Hitler's plans.

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August 23, 1944, marks a significant date in history, involving a king and 23 individuals who opposed Hitler's plans.

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Trevor Pootsdirector

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Marcel Iureș

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On August 23, 1944, a significant event unfolded in Romania. King Michael I played a crucial role in a coup against the pro-German government. The film details the actions that led to this shift in power and the impact on World War II. It captures how the king and 23 others challenged Hitler's plans, altering the course of history in the region.

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