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In a single documentary to mark the 100-year anniversary of the outbreak of the Great War, Sir Max Hastings presents the argument that although it was a great tragedy, far from being futile, the First World War was completely unavoidable.
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How long is The Necessary War?
The Necessary War has a runtime of 1h (1 hour).
Who directed The Necessary War?
The Necessary War was directed by Karen McGann and released in 2014.
What genre is The Necessary War?
The Necessary War is a Documentary film (2014).
Who stars in The Necessary War?
The cast of The Necessary War includes Max Hastings.
