S1 E2: 1936 to 1939
Authentic newsreels from the Axis Powers of the Second World War, this episode focusing on the mid to late-1930s.
1 hours
WWII German Newsreels
Authentic newsreels from throughout the Second World War.
S1 E3: 1940, Part 1
This period showcases the successful "Blitzkrieg" campaigns, including the invasions of Denmark, Norway, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, and the Battle of Britain. Newsreels emphasize overwhelming German military power, technological superiority, and rapid victories.
1 hours
S1 E4: 1940, Part 2
This period showcases the successful "Blitzkrieg" campaigns, including the invasions of Denmark, Norway, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, and the Battle of Britain. Newsreels emphasize overwhelming German military power, technological superiority, and rapid victories.
1 hours
S1 E5: 1941
This footage focuses on the continued expansion, notably the invasion of the Soviet Union (Operation Barbarossa). Newsreels highlight massive troop movements, initial deep penetrations into Soviet territory, and the capture of vast numbers of Soviet prisoners.
1 hours
S1 E7: 1943, Part 3
This year's newsreels reflect turning points, including the defeat at Stalingrad and Allied bombing campaigns. Propaganda shifts to emphasizing German defense, resilience against overwhelming odds, and the concept of "total war" on the homefront.
1 hours
S1 E9: 1944, Part 2
This year's newsreels reflect turning points, including the defeat at Stalingrad and Allied bombing campaigns. Propaganda shifts to emphasizing German defense, resilience against overwhelming odds, and the concept of "total war" on the homefront.
1 hours 23 minutes
S1 E10: 1944, Part 1
This footage covers the relentless fighting on the Eastern Front, the Allied D-Day landings in Normandy, and the increasing strategic bombing of German cities. Newsreels attempt to downplay setbacks, portray Allied losses, and glorify German defensive actions.
1 hours
S1 E12: 1944, Part 3
This footage covers the relentless fighting on the Eastern Front, the Allied D-Day landings in Normandy, and the increasing strategic bombing of German cities. Newsreels attempt to downplay setbacks, portray Allied losses, and glorify German defensive actions.
1 hours
S1 E13: 1945
The final newsreels show the desperate last stands on all fronts as Allied forces converge on Germany. Propaganda maintains a defiant tone, showcasing resistance and new "wonder weapons," until the final collapse and the cessation of the newsreel production itself.
1 hours