The Great War: Part 2
Season 29 Episode 9 | 1h 53m 7sVideo has Closed Captions
As patriotism sweeps the nation, the country assembles its first mass conscripted army.
As patriotism sweeps the nation—stifling free speech and dissent—a diverse group of men become the country’s first mass conscripted army.
Corporate sponsorship for American Experience is provided by Liberty Mutual Insurance and Carlisle Companies. Major funding by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.
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The Great War: Part 2
Season 29 Episode 9 | 1h 53m 7sVideo has Closed Captions
As patriotism sweeps the nation—stifling free speech and dissent—a diverse group of men become the country’s first mass conscripted army.
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