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2013

The Ghost Army

War, deception, art and glory come together in the documentary film "The Ghost Army," the astonishing true story of American G.I.s, many of whom would later have illustrious careers in art, design and fashion, who tricked the enemy with rubber tanks, sound effects and carefully crafted illusions during the Second World War.

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The Ghost Army

Season 1 Episode 1 | 55m 40s | CC

War, deception, art and glory come together in the documentary film "The Ghost Army," the astonishing true story of American G.I.s, many of whom would later have illustrious careers in art, design and fashion, who tricked the enemy with rubber tanks, sound effects and carefully crafted illusions during the Second World War.

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