Based on General Dwight D. Eisenhower's memoirs 'Crusade in Europe', WORLD WAR II: WHEN THE WORLD WENT TO WAR retells the story of the greatest and most horrifying war in history. Winning an Emmy in 1950, this accurate and multi-faceted documentary gives profound insight into the military developments of World War II. Rare black & white and color footage take the audience on a fascinating trip back in time. Volume 1 of the set.