Assassinations That Changed the World
They are the tragic stories at the heart of some of history's defining moments. Tales of hatred and obsession, fanaticsim, and a burning desire to achieve fame at the cost of another's life. Trace the incredible chain of events following the murder of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, which led to the outbreak of World War I. See how India lost three leaders in a century, including the feted Mohandas Gandhi, to religious fanatics who took matters into their own hands. Explore the tragic story of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin, assassinated in an attempt to derail the Middle East peace process, and consider how history might have played out had some of these incidents ended differently. Featuring extensive interviews, archival footage and expert commentary.
Year: 1996
Genre: Documentaries, Political Docos, Historical
Country: USA
Duration: 180 Minutes
Rating: M - Medium level violence
7.3/10
Location in store: Documentary (Political)
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