'The War' arrives on WPT

After months of anticipation, Ken Burns' The War arrives on WPT Sunday night. The first installment of the epic documentary that tells the story of World War II through the residents of four American towns airs at 7. The remaining episodes of the 14-and-a-half-hour film will air during the following two weeks. Check the schedule at wpt.org for air times.

A few months ago we had a chance to chat with Ken Burns about the film in a Be more Tuned In podcast. You can find that exclusive conversation here.

If you are moved to share your own family's war story or want to learn more about Wisconsin veterans' experiences in World War II, visit the site of Wisconsin World War II Stories.

And, as is expected for a film that touches the history of so many families across the country, The War is receiving massive critical examination and praise. We've compiled a collection of recent articles about the program below:

Jo Anne Weintraub, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Many Battles of 'The War'

Gary Strauss, USA Today
Ken Burns' rush to capture voices of a fading generation in 'The War'

Charles Storch, Chicago Tribune
Documenting 'The War'

Sam Allis, Boston Globe
It's War