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World at War

It's a Lovely Day Tomorrow

As Allied troops prepare to defend Burma - the shield and barrier protecting India - they are confronted in dreadful monsoon conditions by the Japanese, who are well-prepared for jungle warfare. Thus begins the longest retreat in British military history.

Category
Documentary / War / History
Original air date
06/02/1974
Cast and crew
  • David ElsteinDirector
  • Laurence OlivierNarrator