Army: Behind the New Frontlines — Season 1, Episode 1: The Battle for Mosul
War & Politics, Documentary • 55 min • 1 season, 3 episodes
Episode synopsis
The army returns to Iraq where 179 British soldiers were killed between 2003 and 2011. Now they're helping the Iraqis defeat the so-called Islamic State. As the battle for Mosul begins the regiments operate behind the frontlines.
About Army: Behind the New Frontlines
Filmed over 18 months, this documentary series goes into the heart of the British Army. Through the eyes of the rank and file and the leaders, it shows the challenges of fighting wars when we are not at war.