Aired Thursday May 6, 8:55pm - 10:00pmon PBS

World War II: The Last Heroes

Series 1 Episode 4: The Scheldt & Arnhem

As the British and Canadians sweep through Holland they are greeted with open arms by the Dutch. Taking the port at Antwerp is crucial to allow supplies to get to front-line troops. However, the Germans bring out their secret weapon: the V2 rocket. Meanwhile, US airborne troops are trying to take and hold bridges along the Rhine and the British are in Arnhem.

Category
Documentary / War
Original air date
2011-11-05