“Band of Brothers” is one of the most famous television series ever created, and one of the most famous scenes is a German general’s speech after surrendering to American forces.
The general explains the horror of war as several American soldiers watch in what almost certainly appears to be complete agreement. (SLIDESHOW: These Are The Greatest Movies About Killing Nazis)
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Band of Brothers (Credit: Youtube Screenshot/D Murphy)
The TV series, which was based on the true story chronicled in a book of the same name, follows Easy Company from the 506th regiment of the 101st Airborne division. It tells the incredible story of the men’s journey through World War II beginning in basic training through the end of the war.
The company fought on D-Day, Operation Market Garden and famously held the line during the Battle of the Bulge.