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After more than two years, thousands of American soldiers boarded ships bound for France.
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How a race-car driver came to be one of the most famous fighters of the Great War.
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George Creel — the man tasked with selling the Great War to the American people.
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Private Ralph John’s training for the Great War was two days’ practice with a rifle.
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How an editor selects images, footage, and expert interviews to convey The Lost Battalion.
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Creating music to reflect the mood and feelings of the film, without editorializing it.
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How could President Wilson call for democracy abroad while suppressing it at home?
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The story of nine boys who rowed for gold at the 1936 Olympics. Premieres Aug. 2 on PBS.