Timewatch

Season 18, Episode 7

Episode Title: The Forgotten Volunteers

Air Date: 1999-06-05

Overview:

Two-and-a-half million Indians fought for Britain in Second World War campaigns from Egypt to the Far East. Subject to some of the most brutal attacks on the Allies and decorated for bravery, they were forgotten by the British and disowned by India. This film recreates the era and interviews survivors of the largest volunteer army in military history.