Royal Cousins at War
Series Overview
At the time World War I broke out, the King of England, the Czar of Russia, and the Kaiser of Germany were first cousins. This two-part series looks at the role played by Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and King George V of England, and their relationships with each other, in the outbreak of war. Mismanaging their countries and mishandling foreign policy, they failed to adapt to the forces of nationalism and democracy, and so brought tumbling down their own ideal of a Europe governed by the descendants of Queen Victoria. While it was war that delivered the final blow, this fascinating series shows how the problems had set in much earlier. A two part miniseries.
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1 Season • 2 Episodes
122 min per episode
2014 – 2014
Premiered: Wed, Feb 5, 2014
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Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 2: “Into the Abyss”
This looks at the realignment of the European powers and the emergence of the alliance system in the years following the death of Queen Victoria in 1901. It examines the key role played by royalty in smoothing the path to the Anglo-Russian entente of 1907, and at the part played by the Kaiser's erratic, unstable personality in the growing isolation of Germany in the years leading up to 1914.
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Denys Blakeway, Richard Sanders
Denys Blakeway, Richard Sanders
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Denys Blakeway
Producer
Denys Blakeway
Director
Richard Sanders
Director
Richard Sanders
Producer
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What is Royal Cousins at War about?
At the time World War I broke out, the King of England, the Czar of Russia, and the Kaiser of Germany were first cousins. This two-part series looks at the role played by Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany and King George V of England, and their relationships with each other, in the outbreak of war. Mismanaging their countries and mishandling foreign policy, they failed to adapt to the forces of nationalism and democracy, and so brought tumbling down their own ideal of a Europe governed by the descendants of Queen Victoria. While it was war that delivered the final blow, this fascinating series shows how the problems had set in much earlier. A two part miniseries.
How many seasons does Royal Cousins at War have?
Royal Cousins at War comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Royal Cousins at War?
Key cast members in Royal Cousins at War include Tamsin Greig.
Who created or directed Royal Cousins at War?
Royal Cousins at War was developed and directed by Denys Blakeway, Richard Sanders.