The second volume in this historical military series the most comprehensive visual record ever assembled of the conflicts and battles which shaped the 20th century.
Story Of The Raf
When Winston visits Athens he is supposed to stay at a hotel where Greek guerrillas have placed 1000lbs of dynamite in a nearby sewer. They shoot at his plane and even fire on HMS Ajax his temporary home in Piraeus harbor.
To commemorate the 60th anniversary of VJ Day (Victory In Japan) this DVD documents the end of the war in the Pacific and the subsequent consequence this had for all sides involved. Featuring archive footage and interviews from the people who were there this is a fascinating and educational film. The long road to final victory over the Japanese Empire had begun in June 1942 when in five extraordinary minutes near Midway Island US naval aircraft shattered Japan's naval power by sin
The story of the British Army in the 20th Century is one of weapons and battles glorious victory and embarrassing defeat and ever-improving technology - but above all it is the story of the soldier. Employing the massive technological improvemnet of the last 100 years the soldier's importance on the battlefield has not diminished whatever the situation demands - advancing from mud-filled trenches on the Somme battlefield racing across the North African desert droppong by parachute into Normandy fighting through the jungles of Burma or peacekeeping in far flung parts of the world. Century of Army tells the full story from the era of sabre and lance in the Boer War to the advanced computer technology of today. The role of the tank the importance of artillery helicopters battlefield training and the new era of joint co-operation are all featured.
As World War II began Winston Churchill was brought back into Government after 10 years in the wilderness. For his bodyguard Walter it was the beginning of the six most active & nerve racking years of his career. Within eight months his boss would be Prime Minister and risking his life on hair-raising trips to try to keep British ally France in the war.
Story Of The Navy
The first volume in this historical military series the most comprehensive visual record ever assembled of the conflicts and battles which shaped the 20th century.
Hitler's henchmen devised a plan to kill Churchill Stalin & Roosevelt at the Tehran Conference. Assassins were parachuted in carrying suicide bombs prompting Walter and the intelligence services to protect Winston's life from immediate danger
A 3 hour DVD featuring the legendary Brazilian guitarist and composer Roberto Baden Powell de Aquino who was one of the key fathers of Bossa Nova and Samba. This Fremeaux label release presents two hour long concerts - one solo and one with his trio; plus an interview with him and two other interviews with French stars Claude Nougaro and Pirre Barough who knew and worked with Baden Powell.Born in Rio de Janeiro in 1937 Powell was classically trained but came to prominence in the mid-50s with his composition ""Samba Triste"". More hits followed and in the early 60's he began a long partnership with Vinicius de Moraes. He went on to record and tour extensively - being especially popular in France. He also worked with Stan Getz Jim Hall and Barney Kessell as well as many Brazilian stars. He died in 2000.
A featured artist in Spike Lee's movie Kings Of Comedy Cedric is also a Star of Def Comedy Jam Vol. 2. and a winner of the prestigious Richard Pryor award for comedy. Cedric's flourishing movie career has seen him star in Barbershop 1 & 2; Be Cool; The Honeymooners; and he also supplied the voice of Rhino in Ice Age. On this release Cedric performs a live stand up routine with the add of special guests Roland Powell Juan Villareal Tony Luewellyn and J.
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A raucous romp set in the dirty south this urban comedy features appearances by some of the hottest names in contemporary hip hop and even includes a cameo by fighter Roy Jones Jr. BJ (Troy Anders) is trying to organize a summer block party as a memorial to his brother who has passed away. Determined to make this the biggest best event the south has yet seen BJ nonetheless find himself up against numerous obstacles not the least of which is a crooked cop out to derail the event
In 1929 Winston Churchill ceased to be the Chancellor of the Exchequer and Detective Sergeant Walter Thompson sadly stopped guarding the man he had come to regard as a friend. However within two years Winston's outspoken views had gained him fresh and dangerous enemies. Walter was recalled but the next threat to Winston's life came from a totally unexpected direction.
It is VE Day and Winston & Walter have several journeys to make through the jubilant crowds. Winston wants to walk and at the last minute is pulled onto the roof of his car by Walter who breaks a woman's arm whilst protecting his boss!
Wishbone Ash Live At Colston Hall Bristol 1989 Set Play List Includes: 1. Real Guitars Have Wings 2. The King Will Come 3. Cosmic Jazz 4. Keeper of The Light 5. Why Don t We? 6. Blowin' Free 7. Medley - Blind Eye Lady Whiskey Sometime World Phoenix Jailba
This fantastic box set features some of the most iconic actresses like Monroe Judy Garland and Shirley Temple in some of their most revered films. Featuring: 1.The Outlaw 2.Home Town Story 3.The Last Time I Saw Paris 4.'Till The Clouds Roll By 5.The Little Princess 6.Royal Wedding 7.Rain 8.Smash Up 9.Of Human Bondage 10.Lady Of Burlesque For individual synopses' please refer to the individual products.
Winston Churchill had served in India as a young Army Officer. He believed that India should remain as part of the British Empire. However on a speaking tour of the USA an Indian Nationalist organization forced Walter to draw his gun on three occasions in order to protect Winston's life.
'Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few'. In the skies over Southern England in the summer of 1940 the Gladiators of RAF Fighter Command duelled with the German Luftwaffe in the Battle of Britain. Winston Churchill called it `Britain's finest hour' Heavily outnumbered Hawker Hurricanes and Supermarine Spitfires confronted Junkers Ju87 Stuka divebombers Messerschmitt Me109 fighters over the English coast in one of the most crucial battles
Winston Churchill returns from Tehran in very poor health. So much so that his doctor expects him to die. Walter's devotion is such that he insists on staying by Winston's side on the crucial night and disaster is averted.
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