Lost Heroes of World War One

Lost Heroes of World War One (2011)

EndedDocumentary showWar, History

The generation that lived through World War One is gone and the last surviving veterans have all died, but their voices and their memories live on in a remarkable interview project, nearly two decades in the making. Narrated by Dougray Scott, Lost Heroes of World War One draws on this unique archive to tell the story of the war through the eyewitness accounts of the soldiers, airmen, POWs, the wounded, nurses, munitions workers, sweethearts and children. As they relive the heroism and the heartbreak of 1914 – 1918, their accounts are moving, often shocking, occasionally funny and frequently surprising, but always startlingly vivid and honest.

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ScheduleMonday to Friday (daily) at 19:30 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E05Journey's EndNov 11, 2011
S01E04DeadlockNov 10, 2011
S01E03The Home FrontNov 9, 2011
S01E02The Bloodiest BattleNov 8, 2011
S01E01The Call to ArmsNov 7, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Lost Heroes of World War One' premiered?

'Lost Heroes of World War One' premiered on November 7, 2011.

Who was the executive producer of 'Lost Heroes of World War One'?

The executive producer of 'Lost Heroes of World War One' was Neil Grant.

What is 'Lost Heroes of World War One' about?

'Lost Heroes of World War One' tells the story of the British soldiers who fought and died in World War I, but whose graves were never identified.

How many episodes of 'Lost Heroes of World War One' are there?

There is a total of three episodes of 'Lost Heroes of World War One'.

What kind of research was conducted for 'Lost Heroes of World War One'?

The 'Lost Heroes of World War One' team conducted research through archives, newspaper clippings, and photographs to identify the men commemorated on the Memorial to the Missing of the Somme.

Who narrated 'Lost Heroes of World War One'?

Actor Eddie Redmayne narrated 'Lost Heroes of World War One'.

What is the main focus of the first episode of 'Lost Heroes of World War One'?

The first episode of 'Lost Heroes of World War One' focuses on the story of one soldier, Private Harry Wilkinson, whose body was never identified.

What is the name of the memorial featured in 'Lost Heroes of World War One'?

The memorial featured in 'Lost Heroes of World War One' is the Memorial to the Missing of the Somme.

How did Private Edward Ambrose die in World War I according to 'Lost Heroes of World War One'?

Private Edward Ambrose was killed by a shell explosion during the Battle of the Somme, according to 'Lost Heroes of World War One'.

Who discovered the identity of Private Philip Wright in 'Lost Heroes of World War One'?

Private Philip Wright's identity was discovered by his great-great-niece, Helen Mitchell.

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