This first episode focuses on American involvement in South-East Asia (Indochina) from US support for Ho Chi Minh during World War II. Proceeding through Ho Chi Minhs Declaration of Independence from France in 1945. To the withdrawal of troops and the suspension of air support in '72, and the belated final withdrawal in '75. It closes with President Ford declaring that for Americans, "the war is over".
| Name | Type | Role | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Arnett | Writer | ||
| Richard Basehart | Guest Star | ||
| Ian McLeod | Director |