When it entered service in 1938 the twin-engined Vickers Wellington began an operational career that spanned the whole of the Second World War. Rugged and reliable it was operated by Bomber Command Coastal Command and Transport Command possessing a level of versatility second to none and serving in almost every theatre of war. By the autumn of 1945 nearly 11 500 had been built. As the last one rolled off the Vickers' production lines the 'Wimpy' as it was affectionately known had secured its place in history as one of the truly great aircraft of the Second World War. Book: The Vickers Wellington was a British twin-engine long-range medium bomber universally known as the 'Wimpy'. The only bomber in construction throughout the Second World War the Wellington played a pivotal role in training and combat from its conception in the 1930s through active service in the Far Eastern Mediterranean and German arenas of conflict until its final use by the RAF in 1953. This book follows the fascinating story of the much-loved and innovatively designed Wellington throughout its life including many tales from the aircraft's years with Bomber Command. Illustrated with a wide selection of images both colour and black and white this book is a fitting tribute to a wonderful servant of the RAF.
In this revealing documentary we examine the trials and triumphs of Adele - and truly uncover the daunting challenges of Chasing Stardom. Adele Laurie Blue Adkins began singing at the tender age of 4. By the time she was 14, her dream was to sing professionally. In 2006, she graduated from the BRIT School for Performing Arts & Technology in South London. Four months after she graduated, a friend posted a few of her songs on a popular social network. The songs caught the attention of an execu...
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.
A fresh and exciting new dance style straight from the Queen of Latin Jazz Monika Molnar! Professionally trained in all Ballroom Latin styles and instructor to many high profile celebrities. Monika has worked with Romola Garai on Dirty Dancing 2 Will Smith on 'Switch' and Kate Blanchet in Charlotte Gray and she has combined techniques and training from more formal Ballroom Latin styles with traditional hot Latin styles to give you 5 high-energydance routines. Latin Jazz Salsa Fusion teaches you beautiful Latin moves only seen on the hottest music videos. Either Partnering or Solo Learn to Dance Latin Jazz has it all! 5 Routines broken down into easy to learn lessons which includes timings for both Men and Women!
Learn the art of drumming with accomplished percussionist master John Blackwell.
Teddy Lemke and six year old Ulli are lodgers at Miss Biermann's house. Ulli believes Teddy is his real father and Teddy takes care of him as such. One day Ulli discovers a child's clown outfit in the attic and Teddy reluctantly tells the boy his story. Teddy was once a famous clown and along with his son as Teddy and Teddy he entertained the masses. But when his young son died Teddy forever went into retirement. Ulli convinces Teddy to come out of retirement. The two join up as a clown team in the spirit of the original Teddy and Teddy. They are an instant success and everything seems to be idyllic but then Teddy gets word that Ulli's mother now married wants her boy to go and join her in America. Features Heinz Ruhmann Germany's best loved actor at the pinnacle of his career.
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Joe Rabin is a Holocaust survivor. After the war he went to America got married and had a family. Today he is on his way to Israel for a reunion of Holocaust survivors. It seems that he has another reason for going... for during the war he had a girlfriend and they were separated when she became pregnant. He has never found out what happened to her or their baby; he hopes to find out now...
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Two mesmerising documentaries exploring the life of Pope John Paul II filmed at breathtakingly beautiful historic locations in Rome featuring rare and exclusive footage from inside the Vatican: The Life And Teachings Of Pope John Paul II: A poignant look at the life of one of last century's great leaders who has stood against the evils of Nazism and communism in his native homeland of Poland and whose destiny was to become the great spiritual leader of a billion Catholics worldwide. The Christmas And Easter Liturgies Celebrated By Pope John Paul II: A fascinating review of the history and traditions surrounding the commemoration of the birth death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This moving chronicle captures the emotional spirit of the liturgies accompanied by an uplifting musical score performed by the Berlin Philharmonic Choir and Orchestra.
Devastating exposure of American attitudes and behaviour towards the civilian population of Vietnam as its young war veterans now in handsome hippy-style contrast to their army selves struggle to come to terms with the atrocities they committed or witnessed being committed by colleagues in the name of patriotism and how their military training made them capable of this.
This mind blowing DVD showcases various elements of Earth Crisis' 10 year career. Live footage, behind the scenes shots and live interviews are interspersed in such a way that no Earth Crisis fan.... or hardcore fan for that matter, should be without this release!
Unravel the mystique surrounding Da Vinci decipher the Bible's hidden text and search for the Holy Grail.
A fabulous record of life as lived by Sussex farmer Bob Whitehead, his family and his flock of Kent sheep. Lambs are born and reared by their mothers or fostered. Hay is made, the flock is shorn and the other routine tasks all come in their turn as the seasons roll by. The family, the farm, the village and the countryside are inter-related elements which by sustaining each other become moulded together in a unity. The pleasures of the village fete complete with brass band, the village shop, ringing the bells or a few pints in the pub are as much part of life as dipping the sheep or trimming their feet.
In WWII the German soldiers were in constant action on all fronts; they carried out their duty in good faith and the belief that they were fighting and dying for a good cause. This documentary (the second of three parts) exposes the experiences behind these fronts dealing with North Africa DRK in operation and winter warfare on the Eastern Front.
In 1944 the Americans launched 'Operation Forager' the invasion of Saipan to enable them to launch their main attack on Japan. However through a sense of nobility and an often misplaced fear over one thousand men women and children would commit suicide rather than come into contact with the American troops...
Norfolk Island is an eight by six kilometre paradise set in the blue waters of the South West Pacific Ocean about 1500 kilometres east of the Australian mainland. The island was secured by the British in 1788 just a few weeks after the settlement at Sydney Cove. It was abandoned after a few years until 1824 when it became one of the most terrible and feared of England's penal settlements. Norfolk's historic buildings and scenic hills belie the bloody past. But the graveyards and the chronicles testify to the brutality and terror of those awful years. The Island was abandoned for a second time. But it was re-settled by the descendants of The Bounty Mutineers who moved there from the more isolated Pitcairn Island in 1856. BONUS PROGRAM - This Land Australia With Ted Egan: The Islands Of Torres Strait Torres Strait is a treacherous waterway between Cape York the northern most tip of the Australian mainland and Papua New Guinea. The shallow strait is dotted with islands and coral outcrops. From Possession Island at the southern extremity Captain James Cook formally laid claim to the Australian colonies in the name of England. Later the Queensland Government moved to take control of the islands of the strait and their people. Once the islanders' currency of trade was human heads and headhunting raids between the islands and the mainland of Papua New Guinea was a part of life. But Christianity is now well entrenched throughout the island communities and headhunting days are over. On this journey through the islands Ted Egan meets up with some old friends sees dugout canoes being built and meets the keeper of the legendary Drums of Mer.
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