The Remarkable 20th Century: 1940s (1999)
This ten-part series reviews many of the important and exciting events that occurred during the 20th century. Each volume features interviews with various newsmakers, their friends and colleagues, archival footage, and information culled from historical records. Noted journalist Howard K. Smith hosts each episode that covers an entire decade. This volume looks at the 1940s when World War II dominated the news, the Holocaust tragedy was revealed, and Israel appeared on the world map. Other covered topics include the creation of the United Nations, the rounding up of Japanese-Americans in the United States, and the widespread usage of transistors. ~ Elizabeth Smith, Rovi
Synopsis of The Remarkable 20th Century: 1940s
This ten-part series reviews many of the important and exciting events that occurred during the 20th century. Each volume features interviews with various newsmakers, their friends and colleagues, archival footage, and information culled from historical records. Noted journalist Howard K. Smith hosts each episode that covers an entire decade. This volume looks at the 1940s when World War II dominated the news, the Holocaust tragedy was revealed, and Israel appeared on the world map. Other covered topics include the creation of the United Nations, the rounding up of Japanese-Americans in the United States, and the widespread usage of transistors. ~ Elizabeth Smith, Rovi
Complete Cast of The Remarkable 20th Century: 1940s
- Howard K. Smith - Host
- Jimmy Hodson - Narrator
- Producer(s):
- Steven Vosburgh
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