Wings At War: Liberation Of Europe

Wings At War: Liberation Of Europe

For many, the Normandy landings in June 1944 are most associated with the liberation of Europe. But it was the year before that parts of mainland Europe began to throw off the Nazi yoke. The defeat of the German and Italian forces in North Africa enabled the Allies to launch an assault on fortress Europe beginning with Sicily. From this slender toe-hold the invasion of mainland Italy was launched.

201852min

201852min

Cast: John Billam

13+

Wings At War: Liberation Of Europe

201852min

For many, the Normandy landings in June 1944 are most associated with the liberation of Europe. But it was the year before that parts of mainland Europe began to throw off the Nazi yoke. The defeat of the German and Italian forces in North Africa enabled the Allies to launch an assault on fortress Europe beginning with Sicily. From this slender toe-hold the invasion of mainland Italy was launched.

Creators and Cast

Directors: James Butterworth

Cast: John Billam

Studio: Total Content Digital

Content advisory

13+

Flashing lights and strobing patterns might affect photosensitive viewers

Audio languages

English

Subtitles

English [CC]

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