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Saving Private Ryan

Steven Spielbergs Saving Private Ryan is one of the greatest war films ever made, capturing the sheer horror and brutality of combat. The film is famous for its realism, but how much of this epic drama is truly accurate? Was there a real Private Ryan? Uncover the real story behind this Hollywood blockbuster as we conduct tests with weapons experts and gain insights from war historians. Then hear the moving testimony of soldiers who landed at Normandy and meet the families whose tragic stories inspired the film.

English
  • Originally Aired July 29, 2012
  • Runtime 45 minutes
  • Network Smithsonian Channel
  • Created April 18, 2019 by
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  • Modified January 11, 2025 by
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