Disc One covers the Battle of Gettysburg with episodes such as: Colonel Strong Vincent's defense of Little Round Top; the 'hallowed ground' of Gettysburg National Cemetery including the grave of President Nixon's great grandfather; the mysterious Devil's Den photographs; General Winfield Scott Hancock's injury and presidential campaign/ and Confederate General Lewis Armistead's secret distress call. Disc Two focuses on additional heroic and tragic moments in...
Learn the secrets of the strange riddles and clues within the great masterpieces of Leonardo Da Vinci. Revealed are the controversial links between Jesus Christ Mary Magdalene and Da Vinci.
The 20th Century began with America on the sidelines of world conflict but before the end of the century America would stand alone as the most powerful military nation in the history of world. This 2 DVD set documents America's rise from the horse-drawn cannons of World War I to the laser guided missiles of Desert Storm. Century of Warfare chronicles the crucial battle engagements that shaped the outcomes of the great conflicts of the 20th Century changing the world and the face of America forever. Beginning with the events preceding World War I Century of Warfare details the combat history of World War I World War II Korea Vietnam and Operation Desert Storm using authentic archival footage and extensive interviews with veterans and historians. Set Comprises: 1. United States Becomes A World Power 1900-1917 2. World War I 1914-1918 3. World War II 1939-1945 4. The Korean War 1950-1953 5. The Vietnam War 1965-1973 6. Operation Desert Storm 1990-1991
THE HIDDEN WAR IN VIETNAM As US and allied military forces fought to free the people of South Vietnam from the influence and actions of the communist North another less publicised campaign was in full swing behind the battle lines. American Special Forces were hard at work providing the local people in small villages and towns with the training education and help they needed to combat a fierce enemy. A NATION BUILDS UNDER FIRE Hosted by John Wayne this programme examines the South Vietnamese people's attempt to rebuild prosper and even modernise their country while bombs death and the chaos of war enveloped them. With the expertise and support from American Special Forces they were given weapons training medical care and the means to begin a social revolution.
Ghosts through all time have fascinated mankind and just the thought of death being the final frontier opens up the greatest debate of all. Join our Ghost Team of Jason Karl (Most Haunted) Sophie Pritchard (Psychic Sophie from 'Big Brother 3') Andy Mathews (Ghost Detectives) Professor Christopher French with leading trance medium Marion Goodfellow and the 'Phantom or Fraud' project team as they investigate the paranormal goings on in Charlton House in Greenwich hailed by many as one of England's most haunted houses.Follow the Ghost Team as they explore the science and the myths of ghosts and spirits and judge for yourself whether ghosts are real or imagined.
Opera In La Scala Box
Belgiums most scenic railway? Well we think so! This film charts the line from north to south beginning at Liege and ending not in Belgium at all but in Luxembourge. It is after all the lines raison debt to link the capital of French speaking Belgium with the Grand Dutche. The film charts the line both historically - most of the footage was taken during the late 1990s when the line was non electrified - as well as Geographically. Rivage is the starting point for line 42 and we view the former motive power shop before hitching up to a heavy mineral train for the journey south through the linestone gourge cut by the beautifull river Amblve. We cris cross the river as we head for Aywalle in time for the saturday morning market Stourmont and Trois - Point where the remains of the former line to Spa via Stavelot can be seen as well as the twisty tourist line the Vennbahn. We head further south inclose company with the N68 to Vielsalm a crossing point on this mostly single track route and where much of the Ardennes timber is loaded to rail. We journey through time here to see the railway under the wire and see how a modern B-Cargo loads the timber. Luxembourge is entered just south of Gouvey but we continue south for a quick look at the capital of the Grand Dutchy. Also included are a steam day out with an ex PKP Kreigs Loc and look at the electric railway being built on top of the classic line. Filmed by line 42 specialist Peter van Gestrel and Tim Martin from FHP.
Wonders Made By Man - Ancient Cultures
Are today's biggest rap stars gangsters or gangster wannabes? Have they taken image and showmanship to a new level influenced by the allure of easy and fast money using the gangster identity as a come-on? On the other side of the coin is law enforcement following hard evidence or simply buying into preconceived notions? In a world in which headlines detailing crimes and murders rack up as quickly as the record sales of its artists facts get muddled. Rap Sheet authoritatively examines the industry's internal struggle to clean itself up while staying true to the ""street cred"". Hip-Hop artists and executives have long claimed to be the target of covert law enforcement - the so-called ""Hip-Hop Cops"" - who engaged in everything from invasion of privacy through stringent surveillance tactics to outright prejudice and racial profiling. Others though swore the Hip-Hop Cops were simply rap folklore a way for rappers to glorify and amplify their gangster image through stories and lyrics. This stunning documentary puts to rest the question of whether or not the Hip-Hop Cops exist featuring live performances and interviews with Russell Simmons Ja Rule Busta Rhymes Kanye West Damon Dash Suge Knight The Game Snoop Dogg and many many more.
Independent record stores are not just the place to buy a CD, they are cultural centers where music is learned, art is cultivated and they are vitally important to the communities that they serve.
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Explore the Algarve. We first visit the capital of Portugal Lisbon- travel over the new Tagus rail crossing and the ferry which links the rail network south of the Tagus with all points north. Detailed maps help the viewer understand the complex rail geography of the area. Then we head south from CP's Barreiro terminus towards the Algarve. After a look at one of Europe's most south westerly towns -Lagos- we join the driver of a class 1800 locomotive for the journey to Tunes. This close relative of the English Electric BR class 50 will travel through orange groves and pass lemon trees storks and flamingos on its journey east. Part two of this film will continue the journey through Faro and Tavira to the Spanish border at Vila Real de St Antonio. The film is narrated by BBC Radio and Television presenter Jonathan Hewat.
With this DVD you will learn how to use blessing as a powerful tool in your life, whether to overcome stressful situations, stay spiritually centred (even in the most challenging circumstances), find the undercurrent of deep joy that is always present in life, or heal difficult human relationship problems.Pierre will draw upon numerous examples of people from around the World who have discovered his gentle art of blessing. From death row in Texas to remote rural areas of the Sahara, they all ...
Fighter Post WWII
Examine the life of Hollywood's most famous sex symbol Marilyn Monroe.
Narrated by Golden Globe and Academy Award winner Brad Pitt, e� design explores the complex social, political, cultural, environmental and economic issues of sustainable architecture. Episodes explore: how Enrique Pe�alosa, the former mayor of Bogot�, Colombia, used urban planning to create alternatives to automobile culture; architect Thom Mayne's San Francisco Federal Building, a potential model for the workplace of the future; the waterfront development of Borneo Sporenburg in Amsterdam, ...
Tibetan Buddhism exerted a strong influence from the 11th century AD among the peoples of Central Asia, especially in Mongolia and Manchuria. It was adopted as an official state religion by the Mongol Yuan dynasty and the Manchu Qing dynasty of China. This fascinating program, almost impartially, given that it has been produced in China, traces the introduction and evolvement of Tibetan Buddhism the flourishing schools and disciplines as well as its rituals and festivals, A must see DVD for...
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