Name: Wings Of The Great War
Released: 2021-03-20T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Nikos Gialelis

Wings Of The Great War

TV Show · Documentary · History

Aviation in particular shapes the course and extent of World War I. Over the Aegean, pioneer pilots from all over the world defy death in primitive flying machines, and their names go down in aviation history.

2021 · 48m

Starring Nikos Gialelis

Director Dimitris Hatzimallis

EPISODE 1

Airfield Genesis

In 1916, air bases in Lemnos, Stavros and Thassos safeguard sea routes and attack enemy forces. Early bombing missions and aerial combat showcase the skills of aviators like Lieutenants Dunning and Kinkead.

48m
EPISODE 2

The War Expands

Lemnos transforms into a major air support centre; New airports in Thessaloniki and Drama aid against Bulgaria; German ace Rudolf von Eschwege gains prominence on the Macedonian front.

47m
EPISODE 3

The Involvement of the Greek Air Force 1916 - 1917

Examines Greek air raids, Zeppelin sightings and the loss of Lieutenant Commander Argyropoulos, the first Greek aviation hero.

48m
EPISODE 4

Air Warfare Escalation On All Fronts

Greek Squadron Z forms and bombs Istanbul in 1917. The Thassos airport is bombed by German forces. Lieutenant Moraitinis leads, while the death of ace Eschwege marks a turning point in the war.

49m
EPISODE 5

Wartime Legends

In 1918, Lemnos and Imbros serve as the base for the largest airborne operation of World War I. An operation to sink warships, this event is a testament to the indomitable spirit of the time.

50m
EPISODE 1

The Enemy At The Gates

As the Great War begins in 1914, European armies mobilise. Airplanes are introduced to restore flexibility and extend the war to the skies, impacting the battles from the very start.

52m