On "over the air" networks, such as NBC, ABC, etc. they are subject to FCC regulations. Cable networks are not, but usually restrain themselves. I've notice that the s-word is more prevalent, but the f-word is still bleeped.
Pay-cable such as HBO, Showtime, have no restrictions.
I cant really gove you an answer,but what I can give you is a way to a solution, that is you have to find the anglde that you relate to or peaks your interest. A good paper is one that people get drawn into because it reaches them ln some way.As for me WW11 to me, I think of the holocaust and the effect it had on the survivors, their families and those who stood by and did nothing until it was too late.