The sweeping story of America’s navy during World War II, from the prewar preparations to the ultimate surrender of Japan aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay. This film is the story of the battles of the war, the men who fought them, the leaders who guided them, and the causes that inspired them. Originally produced for television and aired in a series of episodes, the entire series has been compiled into one monumental work. This comprehensive documentary uses the original newsreel footage and the eloquent words of the narrator (Leonard Graves) to record this important piece of history. Also of note are the famous musical score composed for the series.