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Sitting Bull

Chief of the Lakota Nation
2005
"One of the last great leaders of the Native American Resistance, Sitting Bull earned his place in history with his stunning victory in the Battle at Little Bighorn--yet his life encompassed much more than one battle. This video presents a moving and remarkable portrait of one of the last great Native American warriors.".

J.F.K

A Personal Story
2005
"Relive the glory moments of John F. Kennedy's life as Biography presents the compelling story of this unforgettable leader and the rich dynasty he left behind. Through archival footage and interviews with friends, famous journalists, Hollywood actors, and former staffers (including ex-cabinet member John Kenneth Galbraith), Biography revisits pivotal moments of Kennedy's life and presidency with amazing clarity and insight.".

Fidel Castro

El Comandante
"He stood defiantly at the center of some of the worst crises of the Cold War. After over 40 years of rule, he remains one of the most controversial political figures of all time. Join Biography for revealing portrait of Fidel Castro, the last great communist leader. Through rare archival footage and personal interviews, this extraordinarily insightful program explors the life, rise, and rule of this iconically bearded, cigar-smoking Cuban leader known to many as El Comandante.".

In Search of Shakespeare

2003
An intimate look at William Shakespeare and his world.

Founding Fathers

The Men Who Shaped Our Nation and Changed the World
2000

Famous Immigrant Athletes

2018
If music is the universal language, then sports is a close second. Every four years the world comes together for soccer's World Cup as well as the Olympics. We take pride in presenting our best to compete against the best. As a country of immigrants, the United States has always been a standout. In fact, some of our best athletes have come from other countries. Readers learn about the greatness of basketball player Dikembe Mutombo, tennis star Martina Navratilova, baseball great Albert Pujols, weightlifter-turned-movie star Arnold Schwarzenegger and more athletes who have come to this country and excelled at their sport.
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Encyclopedia of American religious history

2009
Contains entries that provide information on notable people, topics, and events in the history of religion in America,arranged alphabetically from A to E.
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Taylor Swift

A brief introduction to the life of singer Taylor Swift.
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