The World's War: Forgotten Soldiers of Empire
Documentary
War & Politics

The World's War: Forgotten Soldiers of Empire

British historian David Olusoga, along with other historians, narrates the story of millions of Indian, African and Asian troops who fought and died alongside French and British troops to help win the war against Germany, Austro-Hungary and the Ottoman Empire.

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Status

Ended

Original Name

The World's War: Forgotten Soldiers of Empire

First Air Date

August 6, 2014

Last Air Date

August 13, 2014

Seasons

1

Episodes

2

Language

English

Production Companies

BBC

Networks

BBC Two

Foreign Legions
S01E02

Foreign Legions

In part two, historian David Olusoga explains how the First World War spread far beyond the mud and trenches of France and Belgium. Extraordinary stories from across the world reveal how millions of Indian, African and Asian troops and ancillaries were caught in its destructive path.

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