Uncover the secrets behind the famous evacuation of Allied troops from the French seaport of Dunkirk. Find out what happened to the 38,000 men who were left behind and learn why Hitler's decision to hold back Nazi tanks changed the course of the war.

Examine another side of this legendary Allied invasion. See how a disastrous practice run called Exercise Tiger left more than 700 US soldiers dead, then meet the only woman present at D-Day and discover how she stowed away on a France-bound ship.

Hear from soldiers who responded bravely during the aerial attack that pulled the US into WW II. Meet Joe George, who saved six compatriots, and Dorie Miller, whose heroism earned him the Navy Cross, the first ever presented to an African-American.

Salute the aviators who defended Great Britain and prevented a Nazi invasion. Discover the story of pilot Ginger Lacey, who was shot down nine times but lived to tell the tale, and of the Polish squadron that became the battle’s highest scorers.

Marvel at everyday heroics that kept Londoners strong over eight months of relentless German bombing. Look at how Operation Corona purposefully confused Luftwaffe pilots, and meet the so-called dead end kids, who pulled survivors from the wreckage.

Sneak into hostile territory and see how regular citizens helped the Allies carry out Operation Market Garden. Meet Germans who assumed fake British identities to fight Hitler, then admire the bravery of the woman they called the Angel of Arnhem.