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World War II in Colour (2009)

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Sep 25, 2009 Season 1 Episode 5 Documentary, War & Politics

December 7, 1941, is a day forever etched in history, as President Franklin Roosevelt declared. This marked Japan's unexpected entry into World War II with their assault on the U.S. Fleet at Pearl Harbor. Almost immediately, they triumphed over a significant British force in Singapore. For a time, Japan dominated the Pacific theater. However, the United States, once caught off guard, began to rally. The ensuing conflict would be marked by groundbreaking advancements and pivotal changes.