Afghanistan: The Lion's Last Roar?

2014•1h 0m

Documentary

This two-part series tells the story of the conflict in Afghanistan and asks what has been achieved and whether the British have the will to fight in distant lands again.

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Status

Ended

First Aired

October 26, 2014

Last Aired

November 2, 2014

Networks

BBC Two

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Episode 1

Air date: 2014-10-26

Two-part series telling the story of Britain's war in Afghanistan starts by examining the buildup to the conflict, revealing a story of confused aims.

Episode 2

Air date: 2014-11-02

Two-part series on the story of Britain's war in Afghanistan. Part two examines how the public lost faith in the war and British attempts to extricate itself from the conflict.

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