S11·E2 Kwai
Synopsis
Tells the full story of the "Death Railway", made famous by the 1957 film The Bridge on the River Kwai. In just 15 months, 26,000 allied PoWs who were forced to labour on the project died from ill treatment, malnutrition and disease. A quarter of a million Asian labourers were conscripted by the Japanese to work alongside the PoWs. As many as 100,000 of them may have died.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 11 Episode 2 of Timewatch air?
Season 11, Episode 2 ('Kwai') originally aired on January 29, 1992.
How long is Season 11 Episode 2 ('Kwai')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 50 minutes.
What happens in Timewatch Season 11 Episode 2?
Tells the full story of the "Death Railway", made famous by the 1957 film The Bridge on the River Kwai. In just 15 months, 26,000 allied PoWs who were forced to labour on the project died from ill treatment, malnutrition and disease. A quarter of a million Asian labourers were conscripted by the Jap...
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