Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes
May 13, 2015 · 1h
Director
Matt Cottingham, Ben CrichtonOverview
During the Second World War, thousands of men and women from the Caribbean colonies volunteered to come to Britain to join the fight against Hitler. They risked their lives for king and empire, but their contribution has largely been forgotten. Some of the last surviving Caribbean veterans tell their extraordinary wartime stories - from torpedo attacks by German U-boats and the RAF's blanket-bombing of Germany to the culture shock of Britain's freezing winters and war-torn landscapes. This brave sacrifice confronted the pioneers from the Caribbean with a lifelong challenge - to be treated as equals by the British government and the British people. With vivid first-hand testimony, observational documentary and rare archive footage, the programme gives a unique perspective on the Second World War and the history of 20th-century Britain.
Cast of Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes
Crew of Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes
About Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes
What is Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes about?
During the Second World War, thousands of men and women from the Caribbean colonies volunteered to come to Britain to join the fight against Hitler. They risked their lives for king and empire, but their contribution has largely been forgotten. Some of the last surviving Caribbean veterans tell their extraordinary wartime stories - from torpedo attacks by German U-boats and the RAF's…
When was Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes released?
Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes was released on May 13, 2015.
Where can I watch Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes?
Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes?
Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes runs 1 hour (60 minutes).
Who directed Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes?
Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes was directed by Matt Cottingham and Ben Crichton.
Who is in the cast of Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes?
The cast of Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes includes David Olusoga (Narrator), sam martinez (Self) and Victor Brown (Self(as Victor Emanuel Brown)).
Is Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes on Netflix?
No, Fighting for King and Empire: Britain's Caribbean Heroes is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads instead.