The Execution of Private Slovik

1974 NR 2h 7.6

The story of Eddie Slovik, who was executed by the Army in 1945, the only American soldier to be executed for desertion since the Civil War.

In January 1945 Private Eddie D Slovik became the only man shot for desertion by the United States Army since the American Civil War. This film shows Slovik's adult life, the twists, turns and decisions that lead to the event and how it unfolded.

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Info about The Execution of Private Slovik

Studio(s): Universal Television, NBC

Originally Released: United States on Mar 13, 1974

Genres: Biography, Drama