Rise and Fall: The Turning Points WWII
This series traces 50 key milestones that shaped the course of World War II. Across six episodes, expert insight and powerful archive footage reveal how battles and politics changed the world forever.
The Gathering Storm
Episode 1 � 'The Gathering Storm' In the wake of World War I, Europe is destabilized by the Treaty of Versailles. Economic collapse and political unrest pave the way for extremist regimes.
Blitzkrieg
Episode 2 � 'Blitzkrieg' Germany storms across Europe using lightning-fast warfare. Stalin eyes Finland, Italy invades Greece, and Britain resists Germany in the skies during the Battle of Britain.
All the Players
Episode 3 � 'All the Players' Japan attacks Pearl Harbor, drawing the U.S. into the war. Japan pushes through Southeast Asia, while Rommel dominates in North Africa. Britain strikes back at St.
A War of Attrition
Episode 4 � 'A War of Attrition' Momentum begins to shift. U.S. forces seize Guadalcanal in the Pacific. In Europe, Soviet forces halt and defeat the Germans at Stalingrad.
The Shifting Tide
Episode 5 � 'The Shifting Tide' By 1943, the Axis powers are retreating. Mussolini is ousted and later rescued by the Nazis. The Allies meet in Tehran to plan their next move.
The Drive to Victory
Episode 6 � 'The Drive to Victory' Germany's final gamble at the Battle of the Bulge fails. The Allies push into Berlin, leading to Germany�s surrender.
