This was the hellish protracted siege known to many as ""The Mincer"". The fanatical French defence of the three forts - which had enormous psychological value to the whole nation - cost hundreds of thousands of lives and was in part the reason the Battle of the Somme was fought during the same year. The battle ebbed and flowed throughout the year and the forts were captured and recaptured many times before finally the fighting eased in December 1916. Unfortunately by this time almost 700 000 French and German troops had been killed or wounded trying to take or defend the city.
Three more superb DVDs from our famous 40s Britain documentary film series about the Britain in the 1940s, packaged together in a bargain priced collection in a standard-sized DVD case. Includes the following DVDs: Over Paid Over Sexed and Over Here, Women & Children At War, and The True Story of Lili Marlene.
Tracklisting Includes: 1. Make Me a Pallet on Your Floor 2. Drop Down Mama 3. The Cuckoo 4. Railroad Bill 5. Street Corner Rag.
The Algebra learning and revision guides are ideal for anyone who is struggling to pick up the basics of algebra. Written by expert teachers this DVD is presented in an easy to follow clearly demonstrated and weel paced manner. Tutorial 1 - The Addition Of Equality Topics include : Definitions True & False Open Sentences Basic Equations & Beginning Word Problems. Tutorial 2 - The Multiplicatiob Property Of Equality Topics include : Inverse Property of Equality Recip
During the last century the continual development of this country's roads meant more and more of the goods once transported by the railways were transferred onto the highways. At the Dorset Steam Fair a vast collection pre and post war road haulage and carriage vehicles most beautifully restored were gathered together and put through their paces in the main ring for the visitors to once more enjoy and admire. The commentary is given by John Collins whose knowledge on the subject is second to none. So we hope you enjoy this brief visit back into nostalgia as you watch a little of British transport history as it drives past.
A 90 minute documentary with a detailed history of the band featuring exclusive footage from throughout their career. A short movie based on the video trilogy for Full of Regret, Had Enough and I Think Bad Thoughts, exclusively available on this DVD. The short features lots of exclusive material not included in the videos and has additional actors, a brand new score etc. 15 full live clips from various shows in Canada, Germany, Holland, Belgium, Sweden, Norway, Japan and the U.S. Every single music video they have ever done, 19 in total. Some of these videos haven't been available in over 10 years. The booklet features an introduction by new drummer Atom Willard, lots of photos + liner notes by Danko for all the live clips and videos.
This film shows 'heavy' vehicles and horses make light work of hauling mammoth loads across the English countryside. Shot mainly at the Great Dorset Steam Fair of 1995 there's also historic footage of past events. Watch out for loads of up to 100 tonnes - and the odd Sherman tank or two.
Capture the sounds and styles of Fats Waller Jerry Lee Lewis and Little Richard with this exciting and nostalgic tutorial. Bob Hoban guides you through a library of slides rolls shuffles licks and slurs in the inimitable 50s style. Includes advanced characteristic techniques such as pushed notes and power beginnings to really get you rocking like the best.
Join super sleuth and expert presenter Mark Conroy on a tour of the most famous sites in London which have been immortalised in the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle through his legendary stories of Sherlock Holmes and his partner in crime - Doctor Watson. On tour we examine the famous links and locations within the Sherlock Holmes' stories to the deadly Professor Moriarty and the criminal underworld of the Victorian age - which bring to life the world's most renowned and acclaimed fictional detective of all time a character which still excites the imagination of major film makers worldwide.
Why oh why oh why has English sport largely failed to live up to that July afternoon in north-west London in 1966? Why are the rare moments of true glory swiftly followed by crushing disappointments? Piers revisits some of the most memorable incidents from the past 40 years from on and off the field and lends his own theories as to what's wrong!
James Lipton interviews global superstar Sean Penn probing the method and skill of his art and discussing some of the actors biggest appearances including Dead Man Walking The Thin Red Line and many more.
During it's heyday in the early to mid 20th century Chicago's Maxwell Street market area represented one of the most fascinating chapters in American urban history. People congregated there in the thousands to shop for bargains in stores and on pushcarts, and for piles of second hand junk and cutout goods. They went, too, for the endless entertainment of street musicians, amongst which were many of Chicago's blues greats, hucksters, rousing preachers, street entertainers, and much more, including the great hot dogs and Polish sausages. This multi-pack production capture the delightful atmosphere of Maxwell Street in its DVD and in the booklet and the great blues music in its CD.
Situated in the state of Louisiana on the banks of the Mississippi New Orleans was founded by the French in 1718 populated with Africans given to the Spanish and eventually sold to the Americans. This colourful history has given birth to a beautiful mutli cultural city. Follow traveller Justine Shapiro through the French Quarter Warehouse District and Garden District to discover the history drama and legend that is 'The Big Easy'.
The Best Step By Step Guide To The Cha Cha Cha With Simon & Heidi Cruwys Former Uk Professional Ball Room Champions. Learn Three Stylish Latin Combinations. It Does Not Matter Whether You Are A Complete Novice Or A Skilled Dancer - Repetivie Practice Makes Perfect An Interactive Menu Allows You To Practice On Your Own As Leader (Gentleman) Follower (Lady) Or As A Couple Looped Practice Structure
The German Luftwaffe entered World War 2 with the world's most effective bomber force built around the medium range Heinkel He-111 and Dornier Do-17 bombers tactical instruments in what was assumed to be a short war. In this programme which covers combat operations from North Africa to Norway and Stalingrad the role of the Luftwaffe's bombing in the period of Germany's military expansion of 1939-42 is told employing dramatic and graphic footage.
Dan Brown's novel The Da Vinci Code sparked a cultural phenomenon which has led millions of people to explore the mysteries of the isolated hilltop village of Rennes-le-Chteau. Behind the fiction of the novel is a wealth of detail originally uncovered by Henry Lincoln in his book ""Holy Blood Holy Grail"". Origins Of The Da Vinci Code sets out to explore these mysteries in detail.
Titles Comprise:Duchess of SutherlandPrincess Margaret RoseFlying Scotsman
Instructional dance series presented by world class champions which teaches the basics of ballroom dancing to both beginners and those who want to improve their techniques. This programme focuses on the rumba.
Ken Wallis is probably best known for building and flying James Bond's Little Nellie in the 007 film You Only Live Twice. Ken has also spent much of his life as a war hero, an inventor and an extraordinary engineer. Now on the centenary of his father's first flight and using never seen before footage, Ken shares his unique and fascinating journey through the past 100 years of aviation and engineering.
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