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2014400 minPG-13documentary

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World War I

2014400 minPG-13documentary

3.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Over 35 nations participated in World War I, resulting in the collapse of four empires and approximately 12 million military deaths and 55 million injuries.

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Over 35 nations participated in World War I, resulting in the collapse of four empires and approximately 12 million military deaths and 55 million injuries.

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World War I involved over 35 nations and resulted in the collapse of four major empires: the Russian Empire, Austria-Hungary, the Ottoman Empire, and Germany. The conflict led to approximately 12 million military deaths and left 55 million wounded. The series examines the overall progression of the war, highlighting key battles and strategies, while also focusing on the personal stories of soldiers and leaders, including figures like General John J. Pershing and Kaiser Wilhelm II, who shaped the course of history during this tumultuous period.

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