Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo

Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo

Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo

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Railways of the Great War with Michael Portillo

2014- 2014

1 Seasons

5 Episodes

7.0(2 votes)

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Michael Portillo examines the role of the railways in World War I and travels through Britain and Europe uncovering stories from the Great War.

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Michael Portillo

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Michael Portillo

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