

Secrets of the Third Reich
2014-01-02 · 376 min / episode · ★ 5.0
Little-known events that played a large role in determining the outcome of World War II are revealed in this documentary series.
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- Oliver Halmburger
- Production companies
- Smithsonian Networks, Inception Media Group
- Countries
- United States of America
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- Ended
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Allan CordunerSelf - Narrator
Sönke NeitzelSelf - HistorianTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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