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9/11 Double DVD Boxset
9/11 ANSWERING THE CALL GROUND ZEROS VOLUNTEERS
This programme commemorates those who lost their lives in the attack, those whose lives would change thereafter and especially those who put their own lives in danger in order to save others. Beginning with the horrific images of the 9/11 attacks, this DVD goes on to depict the heroic experiences of Ground Zero s volunteers Firefighters, tradesmen, church and relief organisations and just ordinary people who felt compelled to help. Retold and relived through reconstructions of the events and actual footage from Ground Zero as well as interviews with those involved with the rescue operations. It was not just a day of horror and fear, but of overcoming that fear to save lives and Answer the Call . Narrated by Kathleen Turner
THE UNTOLD STORY OF FLIGHT 93 A PORTRAIT OF COURAGE
This documentary chronicles in depth the events leading up to the flight as well as on board, derived from official records, recorded telephone conversations, eye witness accounts and interviews with close family and friends. The programme sensitively and accurately tells the true story of 33 heroes who were born on that fateful day. The day the world lost its innocence and woke up to the age of international terrorism.
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Battle of Britain - Double DVD Boxset
FIRST LIGHT Thrown into the crucible of the most violent air war ever seen, a boy, barely out of school, is determined to fight for survival... Seventy years later, that same boy is still yearning to be free. At the age of nineteen, Geoffrey Boy Wellum was the youngest Spitfire pilot in the Battle of Britain. This is the dramatic story of the teenager who went to war with the Nazis and with the fear that threatened to engulf him. Combining Geoffrey Wellum s compelling first person testimony with intensely evocative action on the ground and in the air, First Light is a powerful drama that documents the universal stark horror experienced by those involved in battle. THE BATTLE OF BRITAIN - EWAN MCGREGOR There are few occasions in history when we can say that the actions of a few changed the destiny not just of a country - but of the world. The Battle of Britain is one of those moments. To mark the Anniversary of the Battle of Britain, arguably the most important event in modern British history, brothers Colin and Ewan McGregor present a ninety minute special for BBC1 leading us through the timeline of events during the height of the Battle. Colin is an R.A.F veteran of twenty years' service - Ewan a hero of the big screen and fledgling pilot himself. Together they take us on a journey to honour the heroes of 1940 both on the ground and in the air, bringing the story of the Battle of Britain to a new generation. They will take to the skies over Southern England as Spitfires and Hurricanes once again fly over the White Cliffs of Dover. They discover the legacy of the Battle and reveal the inspiring personal stories of the few who were there and those still with us today. Using great aerial footage mixed with impressive historical archive film material this is truly the definitive programme on the Battle of Britain.
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Elizabeth II - From Princess to Queen
This two part DVD looks at the true story behind the early years of England's greatest ever and longest ruling Monarch.
Episode one - This episode looks at the effect her uncle's abdication had on her family and on her future and how this experience would teach her the importance of duty and sacrifice.
Episode two - In part two we examine the importance of family and history in shaping this future Queen.
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First Light
Thrown into the crucible of the most violent air war ever seen, a boy, barely out of school, is determined
to fight for survival… Seventy years later, that same boy is still yearning to be free.
At the age of nineteen, Geoffrey ‘Boy’ Wellum was the youngest Spitfire pilot in the Battle of Britain. This is
the dramatic story of the teenager who went to war with the Nazis and with the fear that threatened to
engulf him...
Combining Geoffrey Wellum’s compelling first person testimony with intensely
evocative action on the ground and in the air, ‘First Light’ is a powerful drama
that documents the universal stark horror experienced by those involved in battle.
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Iwo Jima in Colour
Just 660 miles from Tokyo, the small pacific island of iwo jima was vital to America's plan to defeat the japanese in World War II. On February 19th 1945, the marine divisions stormed the islands heavily defended shores.
This DVD is made up of 2 (1 hour programmes). Assault on Iwo Jima relives the epic battle that followed through recollections from the front, commentary from military historians and extensive footage. Contains incredible full colour footage of this epic struggle for victory.
Hells Volcano is the ultimate chronicle of the momentous battle. From the mass landing of 30,000 marines to finally flushing out the remaining japanese defenders more than a month later. Contains amazing colour and black and white footage.
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Journey to 10,000 bc
A stunning UK Chart hit!
It is 10,000 BC, it is a time of fantastic change on earth, early humans are just beginning to inhabit North America and great climate fluctuations swing the world back into a mini-Ice Age.
Creatures such as the saber tooth cat, the giant ground sloth and the woolly mammoth are suddenly becoming extinct. What is causing these sudden changes...over hunting...a mysterious disease...a meteor? What species cope and adapt? How does man survive?
In this fascinating and ground breaking programme we will travel with scientists to major mammoth and early human archaeological sites in North America and uncover fossilized bones, ancient homes and weapons of stone.
Explore and uncover the secrets behind the lives of our ancestors. Using state of the art special effects the world of the saber tooth cats, woolly mammoths and prehistoric man is brought to life in stunning realism.
Be prepared to... JOURNEY TO 10,000 BC!
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Spartans - The Last Stand of the 300
This spectacular two hour documentary tells the amazing true story of the 300 Spartan warriors who so selflessly defended their country against the mighty Persian army, estimated at being a million strong for almost 7 days. This is the real story of the most famous last stand in history.
This programme is visually stunning, with breathtaking dramatisations and graphics, helping to bring the true story of the Spartans last stand to life and tell the real story behind what happened at the pass at Thermopylae.
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Spartans - The Rise and Fall
Spartans - The Rise and Fall, explores every aspect of Sparta's warrior culture, lifestyle, history and legacy. Scholars like Barry S.Strauss and Donald Kagen explore the factors that drove the Peloponnesian city-state to strive for martial excellence. And ancient accounts explain how Sparta's warriors were trained and detail their prowess in battle.
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The Falklands Campaign
The Falklands War was fought in 1982 between Argentina and the United Kingdom over the Falklands Islands, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. The Special Air Service, the Special Boat Squadron and the Royal Mountain and Artic Warfare Cadre conducted several spectacular raids during the war.
Featuring archive combat footage, interviews with war veterans, full scale battle re-enactments and 3D animated battle strategies. This programme tells the true story of the Falklands War.
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The Queen Boxset
Two fantastic programmes in one amazing boxset!
Elizabeth II - From Princess to Queen
This two part DVD looks at the true story behind the early years of England's greatest ever and longest ruling Monarch.
Episode one - This episode looks at the effect her uncle's abdication had on her family and on her future and how this experience would teach her the importance of duty and sacrifice.
Episode two - In part two we examine the importance of family and history in shaping this future Queen.
The Queen - Duty and Sacrifice
This two part DVD looks at the true story behind the reign of one of England's greatest ever and longest ruling Monarchs in the nations history.
Episode 1 - In the first of this two part series about the Queen we aim to re-examine those early years and look at how duty and sacrifice have shaped the Monarch we see today.
Episode 2 - The once deferential press declared open season on the House of Windsor and suddenly a very private family was thrust into the often brutal media spotlight.
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The Royal Family DVD Collection
King George VI & Elizabeth - A Royal Love Story
In a short reign they created an ideal of the British Royal Family. This DVD examines the legacy they built, a legacy that liveson in the way that their eldest daughter, Queen Elizabeth II rules today.
Includes bonus material of VE day and a selection of speeches taken from different periods in the King's reign.
Elizabeth II - From Princess to Queen
This two part DVD looks at the true story behind the early years of the longest ever ruling monarch. Inlcudes rare archive footage of the Coronation, Elizabeth's days of carefree childhood and extraordinary footage from the private life of the Queen.
The Queen - Duty and Sacrifice
This two part DVD looks at how duty and sacrifice shaped the Monarch we see today. Includes footage of the Silver Jubilee and the wedding of Charles and Diana.
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War in the Pacific Boxset
Experience the Pacific War like never before through first hand accounts from the veteran
marines who survived this ordeal and brought to life through dramatic archive footage of war.
War in the Pacific follows the incredible real life story of the United States Marine Corps as they battle their way through the Pacific Theatre during World War II, from bloody beaches and dense jungles to barren hilltops.
Using original footage taken by Marine combat cameramen on the front line, this amazing
documentary series takes an in-depth look at the pivotal events and battles of the Pacific War, including those featured in the HBO classic drama; Guadalcanal, Cape Gloucester, Peleliu & Iwo Jima and many more, all the way to Okinawa and the final surrender of the Japanese.
War in the Pacific is a fascinating, action packed and often poignant historical record told exclusively with footage shot by the marines themselves and accompanied by extensive and personal interviews with the veterans who lived it… this is their story.
With 7 hours of spectacular Colour and Black & White footage this comprehensive collection is an essential purchase.
(The programme also contains some additional bonus material of the Marines key role in Europe.)
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World War 1 - The War to End War
"Some damn fool thing in the Balkans will likely trigger the next great war
in Europe." - Otto von Bismarck, German Chancellor.
That "damn fool thing" was the assassination of the Austrian Arch Duke,
Francis Ferdinand, and his wife. The bullets that took their lives mobilized
60 million soldiers, launching the largest, bloodiest conflict the world had
ever seen. It was called the Great War,"The War to End War" and
the world is still paying the price for this conflict today.
"War to End War" is a remarkable 7 hour comprehensive look at the war that shaped the 20th
century. Through rare actual battle footage and shocking veteran interviews, "The War to End
War" takes you through four years of the most costly war in human history. Unique and stunning;
you will "go over the top" and witness the carnage on the battlefields of Europe and Russia.
Take to the skies in the world’s first air war and ride
with the legendary Lawrence of Arabia. The "War to
End War" is an unprecedented account of the history
behind the First World War.
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World War II - Triple DVD Boxset
IWO JIMA IN COLOUR
Assault on Iwo Jima relives the epic battle that followed through recollections from the front, commentary from military historians and extensive footage. Operation Detachment was supposed to last three or four days. It turned into an epic 36 day struggle that saw nearly 28,000 soldiers lose their lives, 6821 Americans and 21,000 Japanese. It remains the bloodiest battle in the history of the US Marine Corps. Contains incredible full colour footage of this epic struggle for victory.
Hells Volcano is the ultimate chronicle of the momentous battle. From the first mass landing of 30,000 Marines to finally flushing out the remaining Japanese defenders more than a month later. Go deep inside the defensive tunnels under Mount Suribachi that allowed the Japanese to hold out for so long. See incredible footage and hear chilling stories from the survivors. Contains amazing colour and black and white footage. From the planning of the assault to the vital role the island played in the bombing of Japan, this is the complete story of Iwo Jima.
WORLD WAR 2 IN COLOUR
Colour footage includes Hitler & Eva Braun at the Eagles Nest, D Day landing and march into Paris, B17 bombing raid over Europe, The Battle of Midway, combat footage of Saipan, Tarawa, Iwo Jima and Okinawa, flame throwers ousting Japanese snipers from caves, Dogfights and war torn aircraft wiping out on their return to aircraft carries and the devastation of the A bombs dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
KAMIKAZE IN COLOUR
Shocking, rare colour footage shows the violent impact these devastating missions wrought on the United States Pacific Fleet. From the inception of the suicide concept to the inevitable expansion to other branches such as suicide boats , suicide submarines , the Oka Piloted Bomb and Human Bullets , these new lethal weapons sent shivers of fear amongst the Allied sailors and soldiers. This programme explores the traditions and beliefs of the Japanese, which enabled thousands of young men to sacrifice themselves in the name of their Emperor and their country.
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World War II in Colour
This DVD portrays World War II the way the soldiers themselves saw it ...... in colour! Now, more than half a century later, this footage has been declassified - originally thought too shocking to the public by governments around the world. Includes: Hitler & Eva Braun at the Eagle's Nest, D-Day Landing and march into Paris, The Battle Of Midway, B17 bombing raids over Europe and amazing dogfight footage.
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Kamikaze in Colour
From the Battle of Leyte Gulf and Okinawa to the final day of the war, this DVD documents one of the most terrifying phenomenon ever to grace the theatre of war. "Kamikaze" was a method of attack the Allies seemed unable to defend against. Shocking, rare colour footage shows the violent impact these devastating missions wrought on the United States Pacific Fleet.
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The Korean War in Colour
This DVD brings you a war torn Korea in colour for the first time. Experience the terror, courage, blood and chaos that reigned from 1950 to 1953 as we chronicle a true picture of a horrific war....in colour.
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Scottish Clans
This unique DVD encompasses a brief history and description of the most famous of Scottish names, set to an imaginative backdrop of well known landmarks, battle grounds and beautiful Scottish landscapes.
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Scottish Verse to Landscape
Take in the dramatic and contrasting beauty of Scotland. Experience both the traditional & popular poetry & verse whilst immersing yourself in the passion and emotion of Scottish Verse To Landscape.
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D DAY - Code Name Overlord
At first light on 6th June 1944, the Allied forces launched the largest combined land, air and sea operation ever from Southern England to liberate Europe from the grip of Hitler's Nazi occupation. This DVD tells the compelling story in three hour long features.
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