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Travel back to 1940 and the Miracle of Dunkirk. Over 300,000 Allied soldiers found themselves trapped between the relentless German forces and the unforgiving North Sea. Hear the first-hand accounts of two veterans from both sides of the line, and witness the emotional reunions on the very beaches where history was made. War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on

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What Was It Like To Be On The Beaches Of Dunkirk? | Both Sides of the Line
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Society
Runtime
47 minutes
Language
English
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War Stories

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