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Their Finest Hour

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Their Finest Hour Season 1, Episode 4: War On The Railways

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Investigation into the role of the Great Western Railway during the war effort, revealing how despite being among the prime targets of the Luftwaffe, the drivers and firemen continued their runs regardless of the threat of danger. Watch Their Finest Hour Season 1, Episode 4 War On The Railways in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of Their Finest Hour Season 1, Episode 4 and share your thoughts in the comments below!

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Episodes

6 episodes
Season 1
1

The Air War

In this episode, the vital role played by the makers of Britain's warplanes and how attacks from the Luftwaffe on factories pushed the workers' courage to the limit.

46 min
2

War At Sea

Telling the stories of the seafarers and shipbuilders from the west of England's seaports who worked tirelessly and endlessly, risking their lives, in order to keep the country afloat during the course of the Second World War.

46 min
3

Countryside At War

The challenge for farms charged with feeding the nation during the Second World War. Land Army girls, evacuees and enemy prisoners were sent to help the countryside cope with demand and revolutionised the traditional farm.

46 min
4

War On The Railways

Investigation into the role of the Great Western Railway during the war effort, revealing how despite being among the prime targets of the Luftwaffe, the drivers and firemen continued their runs regardless of the threat of danger.

46 min
5

The Underground Army

Exploring the role of the West Country's Bevin Boys in the Second World War. Instead of fighting for King and Country on the front line, they were among the thousands conscripted to work down the mines. With testimony from three former miners.

46 min
6

Wartime Emergency

Exploring the role of the emergency service during the Second World War focussing on the stories of a fireman, a policeman and a doctor who all risked their lives on a nightly basis to perform their duty of helping others.

46 min