united states

Entries cover major wars from the Revolution to the Persian Gulf, battles, military leaders, religion and war, relevant acts of Congress, and diplomatic policy. Also included are entries on peace and antiwar movements, war in film, literature, music and photography, economics, anthropology, gender studies and psychology.

Includes effects of technology, World War 1 and the Roaring 20's when women take steps toward equality.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt: An emotional FDR delivers his "State of the Union Address" after the bombing of Pearl Harbor; Sir Winston Churchill: The eloquence of the world's greatest orator is seen and heard as he captures the spirit of the English people during WW II; General Douglas MacArthur: "Old Soldiers Never Die..." speech before a joint session of Congress; Harry S. Truman: The "Give 'em Hell, Harry" President is seen and heard delivering his fiery political rhetoric; John F. Kennedy: JFK speaks of "new frontiers" and the renewed faith in the American dream. Includes his inauguration speech "Ask Not" and "Ich Ben Ein Berliner" before millions in Germany; Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.: Perhaps the most inspirational speaker of all-time. Rev. King is featured giving two memorable speeches, including his last; Robert F. Kennedy: Interrupting a campaign stop in Indiana, RFK delivers a stunning impromptu eulogy of Martin Luther King shortly after hearing of his death; Malcolm X: Controversial, outspoken and as poignant as ever, Malcolm X delivers a speech in Harlem; Richard M. Nixon: "I will resign this office effective noon tomorrow..." was the last and most dramatic speech Mr. Nixon gave in the oval office; Ronald Reagan: President Reagan begins and ends his presidency with two of his greatest speeches.

An epic documentary bringing life to America's most destructive - and defining - conflict. Here is the saga of celebrated generals and the ordinary soldiers. A heroic and transcendent president and a country that had to divide itself in two in order to become one again.

Special features included.

A documentary of the American Revolution. Chronicles events leading up to the war, the revolution, and the writing of the Constitution. Features dramatic readings from letters and diaries of the period, comments by historians, and live-action recreations.

Looks at the United States Army, their jobs, and the equipment they use.

Examines United States history from 1754 to the 1820s.