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Great Escape

60% | Nov 16, 2004 | Documentary, History

The real Great Escape didn't feature Steve McQueen racing through the Third Reich on a motorcycle like in the 1963 movie, but the big breakout was still thrilling in every way. This program sheds new light on the audacious escape of 76 Allied airmen from a Nazi POW camp during World War II.

Featured Crew

Mark Radice
Writer
Mark Radice
Director

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Richard Donat
Narrator
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Robert Krulwich
Himself - Reporter

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