Berlin 1936: The Games of the XI Olympiad
The Games of the XI Olympiad from Berlin, Germany. These games are one of the most politically controversial in history due to Adolf Hitler and his theory of Aryan superiority. Jesse Owens dispelled this theory with his four gold medals in athletics, winning the hearts of many German fans. These were the last Olympics until 1948, due to World War II. Video is short and could include more information.
Montage of World War II historical footage
A visual summary of World War II in video and images, featuring news reel footage and historical photos and video of Hitler, fighters, concentration camps on the Atlantic front, soldier, atomic bomb in Pacific front. Show the new WW II monument in Washington. Current, but relevant music is played in the background. NOTE: some disturbing war pictures.
Outbreak of WW II
On September 1, 1939, the Second World War commenced in Europe when German troops invaded Poland. After the conquest of Poland and its division between Germany and the Soviet Union, Europe settled into the "Phony War." In the spring, Hitler unleashed a "blitzkrieg" ("lightening war") that swept through Denmark, Norway, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Taking advantage of the non-aggression pact, Soviet forces defeated Finland and occupied the Baltic States. Winston Churchill succeeded the discredit
Hitler - Mein Kampf (documentary) First speech as chancelor.
English subtitles of news footage of a speech given by Hitler when chancellor.
Hitler takes over Germany
Early news reel shows how Hitler took over. Shows parades with humorous forward and backward motion.
Hitler Celebrates his 50th Birthday - April 20th 1939
Actual historic footage of Hitler celebrating his 50th birthday on April 20th 1939.
Hitler watches his 50th birthday parade
Actual footage of Hitler celebrating his birthday with a parade showcasing soldiers marching and fighter show.
D-Day to Berlin - The Battle for France (Part 3 of 6)
History Channel Video. 1944, Europe's future hung in the balance. Our 3-part series follows the story of Allied forces--from Normandy to the assault on Germany--and the victories that led to WWII's end in 1945. We begin on the day after D-Day, unfolding over the summer of 1944 as the initial narrow sliver of French coastline gained by the Allies is slowly extended. By the end of August, Allied victory seemed assured. Rommel had been wounded, Hitler was directing the battle, and the German army w
D-Day to Berlin - The Battle for France (Part 6 of 6)
History Channel Video. 1944, Europe's future hung in the balance. Our 3-part series follows the story of Allied forces--from Normandy to the assault on Germany--and the victories that led to WWII's end in 1945. We begin on the day after D-Day, unfolding over the summer of 1944 as the initial narrow sliver of French coastline gained by the Allies is slowly extended. By the end of August, Allied victory seemed assured. Rommel had been wounded, Hitler was directing the battle, and the German army w
Hitler's Rise to Power
The video explains how Adolf Hitler rose to power from obscurity. It describes the economic situation in Germany in the 1920s and how the Nazi party grew. There is original footage and fragments of Hitler's speeches with narration. The role of propaganda and who supported his is stated. There is an account of how the Nazi party grew in numbers in the German parliament. The video also describes the way in which The German president appointed Hitler as chancelor and how Hitler started to act. The
Moscow 1941 - 1/6
Hitler tries to take Moscow, thinking once he had Moscow he would be able to take all of Russia. German forces quickly advance.
Post World War I: 1919-1923
The video shows original footage. There is a narration of the main terms of the peace treaties. The reactions of the people of Germany is described. The key issue discussed is Reparations and how this affected Germany. In 1922 the Germans did not pay any more. France decided to force the German sending troops. Protest meetings against France were held. There was a lot of brutality. in 1923 the German economy collapsed. There is reference to the rise of Hitler and who supported him. The video sho
Hitler Visits The Russian Front
Actual footage of Hitler as the Germans invade Russia.There is narration that discusses Hitler's goals and how the generals in the German army felt about and carried out the orders.
(6/6) Tanks - Battle of Kursk
The battle of Kursk was monumental for numerous reasons but will almost always be remembered for being the largest clash of armor. The vast area around the city of Kursk presented itself as a target with a salient being formed in the Russian line of defense. Hitler needed a victory that would regain the initiative in the east and declared that Operation Zitadelle as it was known" would shine like a beacon to the world" and would avenge the crushing defeat at Stalingrad earlier in the year, but e
The Last Days Of WWII
In this segment Berlin falls. Hitler, his wife of one day, Eva Braun, and some of his leading henchmen commit suicide.
100 Greatest People - Friedrich Nietzsche - 01/04 Nietzsche was not at all what people thought he was. Nietzsche has had a bad name since Hitler came to power, embraced his philosophy and used at a foundation and justification for Nazism and the superiority of the Arian race. In truth, Nietzsche would have been appalled by Hitler the beliefs and practices of the Nazi regime were distortions of his teachings or in some cases the direct opposite of what he ta
The Fall of France- Documentary part 1 of 12
This video is the first part of the documentary about The Battle of France in WWII. It begins telling what happened on 10 May 1940. It introduces the way in which Adolf Hitler plunged his fists into the Low Countries and headed for France. There are images of the time and historical accounts of Hitler´s steps.
War of The Century - Part 2
This part of the documentary explains that Stalin did not expect Hitler would start war against Russia as he was at war against Britain. He was wrong. The video explains in detail the way in which the German invasion of Russia developed. There is footage showing the battle, statistics and retired soldiers narrating their experiences. The German tactic of Blitzkrieg is explained as chief reason of success.
War of The Century - Part 10
This tenth part of the documentary shows that Hitler was ready to end the Partisans with brutality. Chaos and terror was the result. There were raids in villages and civilians were killed. The German army killed thousands of innocents and there is documentation shown as evidence, survivors accounts and former soldiers retelling their experience
War of The Century - Part 11
Part 11 of the documentary sums up how Stalin planned to attack the German invaders in Ukraine. He had demanded action but the result was a disaster. The Soviets outnumbered the German but they were not well equipped. The video then shows how the Soviet learnt to win. Hitler is shown on his trip to the east to congratulate his troops. There is an explanation of Hitler's operation Blue to try to get hold of Stalingrad. The Germans advanced successfully but the Red army had new tactics. Few Sovi
