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WWII: On the Edge of the AbyssThe war reaches new intensity as it drags on, affecting civilian populations like never before; the concept of total war becomes reality, with cities bombed, resources stretched to their limits, and entire societies mobilized for the war effort.

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WWII: On the Edge of the AbyssThe war reaches new intensity as it drags on, affecting civilian populations like never before; the concept of total war becomes reality, with cities bombed, resources stretched to their limits, and entire societies mobilized for the war effort.Restart available0The Crusade in the PacificThis episode examines the relations between the United States, the Philippines, and Japan prior to World War II. Then it focuses on the Japanese invasion of Luzon, the take-over of Manila, and the eventual attack and seizure of Corregidor.

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