Railways at War: The First World War DVD (2013) Major Tonie Holt cert E

Title: Railways at War: The First World War Leading Actor: Major Tonie Holt Region: Region 2 Duration: 150 mins Format: DVD / Normal Type: DVD No. of Discs: 1 disc(s) Studio / Publisher: The Orchard UK Release Date: 01 Apr 2013 Edition: Normal

Documentary that explores the key role railways played in Britain's First World War campaign. The programme includes footage from railways in the Somme, Mesopotamia, Palestine and Siberia. Military historian Major Tonie Holt offers his thoughts on the significance of railways as a means of moving men and materials and their contribution to the war effort.