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King Harold of England has to take on two invasion forces. First, his brother Tostig attacks the south coast. He is repelled, but there is more to come. Later in the year, a vast Viking invasion force led by King Harald Hardrada of Norway lands in the north of England. Harold rushes to Stamford Bridge to fight for his kingdom and for his life. Meanwhile, Duke William of Normandy is ready to invade, but storms keep his invasion fleet trapped in port. Part 2 of 3.
When the US Air Force develops a new 'wonder' bomber they want a base close to Japan to launch their raids. Marines are tasked with taking the enemies prized home island of Iwo Jima. US Naval might pummels the island in preparation for an invasion, unaware the Japanese have withdrawn to a central mountain peak and a hidden tunnel network. Part 7 of 10.
Joann Fletcher explains how ancient Egypt's story fits together. She explores how the Pyramid Age ended in catastrophe and Egypt was plunged into the dark ages and civil war. Part 2 of 4.
March 1942 to December 1942. With U-boats menacing the East Coast, and little good news from overseas, many worry that the United States is utterly unprepared to fight in a 'total war'. But after six months of gruelling combat on Guadalcanal, the Americans finally stop Japan's expansion in the Pacific. A series by Ken Burns. Part 2 of 14.
