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National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II (1998): Cast

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National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II is a 1998 historical documentary directed by Stephen Burns, starring Ron David as Narrator, Knut Haugland and Dan Lenahan. It runs 53 minutes.

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National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II (1998) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
53 min
Director
Stephen Burns
Genres
History , War , Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II About?

The premise of National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II without spoilers.

Showcases three pivotal World II events across the European and Pacific theaters. It recounts the daring raids on Nazi Germany’s heavy‑water plant in Norway and the final desperate effort to destroy remaining stockpiles. It examines Japanese midget submarines in the Pearl Harbor attack, detailing their impact and fate. Finally, it covers the late‑war Japanese kamikaze strikes and the unique Ohka rocket‑powered bomb attacks on U.S. warships in the Pacific, explaining the aircraft used and the outcomes.

National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II Themes & Keywords

· 8 tags
  • kamikaze
  • pearl harbor hawaii
  • submarine
  • norway
  • heavy water
  • commando
  • world war two
  • occupation
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Cast & crew

National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II Cast & Characters

Ron David leads the cast as Narrator, with Knut Haugland and Dan Lenahan. Directed by Stephen Burns; 5 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II

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One more film directed by Stephen Burns: Titanic: Anatomy of a Disaster.

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National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II, each answered in a sentence.

How long is National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II?

National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II runs 53 minutes.

When was National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II released?

National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II was released in 1998.

Who directed National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II?

National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II was directed by Stephen Burns.

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Who is in the cast of National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II?

National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II stars Ron David as Narrator, Knut Haugland and Dan Lenahan, among 5 credited actors.

Does National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II have a post-credit scene?

No. National Geographic: Untold Stories of World War II has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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