The BBC at War, Presented by Jonathan DimblebyJuly 6, 2015

An enthralling series exploring how the BBC fought not only Hitler but also the British government to become the institution it is today. Hailed and derided in equal measure, the BBC in 1939 had yet to seal its reputation. With the advent of war, the corporation found itself thrust into a battle against the Nazis and the machinations of the British government. This series examines how the conflict transformed the BBC, what impact its broadcasts had at home and abroad, and uncovers the battles that raged with the government over its independence - out of which was forged the template for the modern BBC.

The BBC at War, Presented by Jonathan Dimbleby was broadcast on BBC2 at Sunday 7 May 2017, 15:51. This episode was initially placed on Sunday 21 June 2015.