Season 1
18 episodes
36 min. per episode
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A passionate writer uncovers hidden truths of Europe’s past, forging connections that challenge his understanding of identity and belonging.
Episodes
The 20th century begins and Europe has high hopes for the future. New inventions are expected to bring peace and prosperity. But it did not take long for Europe to find out that the new century also brought problems and challenges.
During the 20th century the power of the nobility started to wane. But in 1906 no one thought this could happen.
With a single blow, World War I would destroy the optimism Europe had at the dawn of the 20th century.
World War I was greeted with great joy, people thought the war would be over before Christmas. But it ended up in slow and indecisive trench warfare.
The First World War led to many inventions, such as tanks, flamethrowers, mustard gas and jet fighters.
Writer Geert Mak travels around Europe to visit the places where history was made. He speaks with eye witnesses, relatives and experts. One hundred years of European history in 35 episodes.