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Days That Shook the world - Kristallnacht

Documentary series, dealing with crucial days and events of the 20th century. Each chapter presents archive material and dramatic reenacments. Based on eye-testimonies and archive materials, this episode presents a dramatized account of the events of November 9th, 1938, a night that changed the life of the Jews in Germany and came to known as a turning point in Hitler's persecution of the Jews. Gangs of Nazi youths roamed through Jewish neighborhoods breaking windows and burning and looting synagogues. Many Jews were attacked and 91 died.

Director : Nic Young

Production Year : 2003

Duration : 30

Language : English, German