This three-part series provides an in-depth look at the troubled history of a part of the world that has served as a linchpin and tinderbox for much of the 20th century. The programs use rare archival footage to trace events from 1900 to the fall of Communism and the rise of democracy. 3-part series, 55-59 minutes each.

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The Series Includes : Eastern Europe: 1900-1939 | Eastern Europe: 1939-1953 | Eastern Europe: 1953-1991

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