
The World at War DVD 6 focuses on the war in the Eastern Front and the Allied bombing campaign against Germany during World War II. This DVD contains the episodes: “Red Star: Soviet Union 1941–1943” “Tornado: The Bombing of Germany September 1939 – April 1944” The first episode covers the Soviet Union's struggle against Nazi Germany after the German invasion in 1941. It describes some of the war's largest and bloodiest battles, including around Stalingrad, where the Red Army began to turn the war in its favor. The second episode focuses on the massive Allied bombing of German cities and industrial targets. It shows both the military strategies and the great destruction and human consequences for civilians. The series is known for its authentic archival footage, interviews with veterans and civilians, and in-depth historical analyses of World War II.