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In 1757, during the French and Indian War, half-sisters Cora and Alice Munro set out to join their father, the British commander of Fort William Henry. After they are betrayed, the sisters are rescued by frontier scout Hawkeye, whose efforts to lead them to safety.

Docu-drama of the fearsome pirate, Englishman Edward Teach, who terrorized America's offshore waters in the early 18th century. See how the charismatic leader confounded the powers of England and Virginia as he pillaged 40 ships in two years, stealing precious exports to and from the Caribbean.

Based on the true story of Don Haskins, a future Hall of Fame coach of Texas Western University, who starts the best players he can find-- history's first all African-American team.

Based on the life of boxer James Braddock who takes up boxing to feed his family in depression era New York, and ends up winning the sport's most prestigious title in his victory against champion Max Baer.

A guide to the impacts of global warming on the United States and measures that can be taken to reverse the warming trend.

Examines the actions of Vice President Dick Cheney toward expanding the power of the presidency, and focuses on the administrations actions in twarting investigations based on wire-tapping used to fire U.S. attorneys.

Shakespeare's tragedy about King Lear, an old king who prematurely divides his kingdom among his greedy daughters.

Examines the political, cultural, legal, and economic forces challenging the news media today and how the press has reacted in turn. Traces the recent history of American journalism, from the Nixon administration's attacks on the media to the post-Watergate popularity of the press to the new challenges presented by the war on terror. Includes interviews with key figures in print, broadcast, and electronic media over the past four decades.