
When We Go to War
142015•1h 0m•10.0/10
Drama
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A historical saga, it tells the story of six young men and women who, in 1914, are full of plans and dreams for the future. Cutting between life at home, Gallipoli and Egypt, this spectacular drama begins in a time of optimism and hope, on the eve of war.
Production
Jump Film and Television
Language
EN
Status
Ended
First Aired
April 26, 2015
Last Aired
May 24, 2015
Networks
TV One
Trailers & Videos
Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
US
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Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season

E1
Bea's Letter
Air date: 2015-04-26
We meet nurse Bea Smith at a military hospital in Alexandria. At the same hospital is her lecturer from Otago Medical School where she was studying to become a doctor. A scandal ended her chance to become a doctor and she became a nurse and then off to war.
E2
Manaaki's Letter
Air date: 2015-04-26
This episode begins in Egypt with Manaaki writing his letter and moves to the landings at Gallipoli. Flashbacks to Auckland touch on tribal lands and the feelings of the Maori about the war.

E3
Harry's Letter
Air date: 2015-05-03
Charles clashes with Harry when he returns to Gallipoli. Cissy is seduced by an admirer. George breaks James' heart. Manaaki and Harry go over the top' with tragic results.

E4
Awa's Letter
Air date: 2015-05-10
Manaaki fights a recurring nightmare. John takes his guilt out on James. Richard finds an unlikely ally in Awa.

E5
Charles' Letter
Air date: 2015-05-17
Charles is shaken by the horror and stupidity of war and entrusts Violet with a letter exposing the truth. Meanwhile, returned war hero Manaaki is questioned in relation to murder.

E6
Cissy's Letter
Air date: 2015-05-24
As rumours of a Gallipoli evacuation spread, Charles, Manaaki and Bea start making plans for the future. Meanwhile back home, Awa and Cissy find their circumstances are changed forever.

































