On the Great War's menu: Food in the heart of the conflict (2019)
In August 1914, war was declared. Millions of soldiers moved to the front and they had to be fed. There was need to produce, supply, manage and distribute food. A new war economy was needed. It affected not only the armed forces, but also economy, education, health, agriculture, industry, and the propaganda services. In order to feed 80 million soldiers and to supply essentials to civilians, the resources of the whole world were being mobilized. Our current organization of food circuits owes a lot to innovations of the Great War.
Director: Axel Clévenot
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date: November 11, 2019
Production: Armoni Productions, France 3
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Axel Clévenot
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is On the Great War's menu: Food in the heart of the conflict about?
- In August 1914, war was declared. Millions of soldiers moved to the front and they had to be fed. There was need to produce, supply, manage and distribute food. A new war economy was needed. It affected not only the armed forces, but also economy, education, health, agriculture, industry, and the propaganda services. In order to feed 80 million soldiers and to supply essentials to civilians, the resources of the whole world were being mobilized. Our current organization of food circuits owes a lot to innovations of the Great War.
- Who directed On the Great War's menu: Food in the heart of the conflict?
- On the Great War's menu: Food in the heart of the conflict was directed by Axel Clévenot.
- How long is On the Great War's menu: Food in the heart of the conflict?
- On the Great War's menu: Food in the heart of the conflict has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
- What genre is On the Great War's menu: Food in the heart of the conflict?
- On the Great War's menu: Food in the heart of the conflict is a Documentary, History film.
- Where was On the Great War's menu: Food in the heart of the conflict produced?
- On the Great War's menu: Food in the heart of the conflict was produced in France.