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Shanghai 1937: Where World War II Began

Shanghai 1937: Where World War II Began

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Status

Released

Release Date

Nov 8, 2018

Runtime

0h 57m

Genres

Documentary, War

User Score

70%

Original Title

Shanghai 1937: Where World War II Began

Production Companies

Paradox Communications

Director

Bill Einreinhofer

Description

The Battle of Shanghai has been described as the last battle of World War I, and the first battle of World War II. It was a warning to the world, a warning that was ignored. And it was the place where the destiny of modern China was set in motion. Based on the book “Shanghai 1937: Stalingrad on the Yangtze” by Danish author Peter Harmsen, this film introduces key figures in the conflict, chronicles how the battle unfolded over the course of three months, and explores the aftermath and years of war that followed.