Christmas Truce WWI: The Real Story Behind 1914's Most Famous Event | History Hit | War Stories

The Christmas Truce of 1914 was not only one of WWI's most famous moments, but one of history's also. A widespread ceasefire along different parts of the front, it saw men coming out of their trenches to meet and share stories and souvenirs, bury their dead with dignity, and even play a game of football. In this one off special from History Hit we see the true story behind these truces and how they really happened. War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on: https://www.facebook.com/WarStoriesDocs This channel is part of the History Hit Network. For any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #warstories Discover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis and more. Get 50% off your first 3 months with code WARSTORIES https://bit.ly/3rc7nqm

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