Military chaplains have had a long history with in the armed services Prior to World War 1, there was not a handbook for chaplains. Episode One looks at the history and the men of faith that served in the Great War.

Military chaplains, men of faith serving in World War I, found themselves facing the gruesome reality of modern warfare. Serving side by side with soldiers in the trenches, chaplains became essential to the spiritual and psychological needs of those under their care. This four-part series takes you inside the lives of military chaplains who served during the Great War. Dramatic reenactments and interviews with key experts shed new light on an often overlooked but important role.

Director: Gary Wilkinson

Starring: Dr. Michael Snape, Rev. Dr. Peter Howson