The Algerian War 1954-1962: Story, Cast and Series Facts

Story and premise

The Algerian War was a momentous struggle for independence from France by Algerian nationalists between 1954 and 1962. This eight-year conflict caused the fall of six French Prime Ministers and eventually the collapse of the Fourth Republic. It returned Charles de Gaulle to power but also almost saw his demise and twice brought civil strife to mainland France, and the fear of a military coup. It resulted in the deaths of at least one million Algerians and the exodus of as many European settlers. It was the last of the old style "colonial struggles" and the first of what would become the widespread wars of decolonization. It also marked the first practical application of what we today call counter-insurgency.

Series details

• Title: The Algerian War 1954-1962
• Format: Documentary
• Language: English
• Genres: War, History
• Premiere date: 1984-01-01
• Final broadcast date listed: 1984-01-01
• Status in TVmaze: Ended
• Network listed by TVmaze: Channel 4
• Network country: United Kingdom
• Typical episode runtime: 60 minutes
• TVMaze ID: 57519
• IMDb ID: tt8962946
• TVDB ID: 362440

Seasons in the TVmaze catalogue

• Season 1: premiered 1984-01-01; final listed air date 1984-01-01; episode order: 5.

Source and licence

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