Timewatch

Broadcaster Michael Palin tells the story of how the First World War ended on 11 November 1918 and reveals the shocking truth that soldiers continued to be killed in battle for many hours after the Armistice had been signed. Recounting the events of the days and hours leading up to that last morning, Palin tells the personal stories of the last soldiers to die as the minutes and seconds ticked away.

Category

Documentary / War / Anthology / History

Original air date

2009-06-21