This harrowing war film is an epic dramatization of World War II's first battle. The Battle of Westerplatte, which began on September1,1939, will be remembered as the battle that signaled the start of Europe's Second World War. Over the course of a week, fewer than 200 Polish soldiers fought against heavy German bombardment, becoming symbols of the power of resistance. As the fighting continues, a more personal battle erupts between two Polish commanders over how to best lead their men. In the midst of the carnage, they must decide whether to fight until the last man stands or to surrender in the face of overwhelming odds. What follows is an enthralling examination of the struggle against tyranny's forces.
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This harrowing war film is an epic dramatization of World War II's first battle. The Battle of Westerplatte, which began on September1,1939, will be remembered as the battle that signaled the start of Europe's Second World War. Over the course of a week, fewer than 200 Polish soldiers fought against heavy German bombardment, becoming symbols of the power of resistance. As the fighting continues, a more personal battle erupts between two Polish commanders over how to best lead their men. In the midst of the carnage, they must decide whether to fight until the last man stands or to surrender in the face of overwhelming odds. What follows is an enthralling examination of the struggle against tyranny's forces.
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