Part 2 | The Pity of War
In this innovative programme, Harvard historian Professor Niall Ferguson offers a different perspective on the First World War and argues that Britain's decision to enter the war was a tragic mistake. In part two, Professor Ferguson continues his argument that much of the responsibility for the scale of the conflict lies with the British.
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- Clip length: 22'46''
- Broadcast year: 2014
- History | Britain, Europe and the wider world 1901 to the present day | the First World War and the Peace Settlement
Licence: ERA Licence required
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Two
- Programme: The Pity of War
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