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Even though the technology existed to produce color at the time, most of the surviving films and photographs of the Great War were shot in black and white. Fortunately the advance of technology has allowed historians to revisit these amazing images and present them in color, resulting in a powerful documentary which provides a detailed look at the Great War as experienced through the eyes of those who were there. In addition, rare images produced...
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In April 1917, German U-Boats were sinking a dozen British ships every day. The First Sea Lord John Jellicoe,warned that Britain might not be able to carry on fighting into 1918. In the second of this two-part series, David Hayman explores Germany's World War I U-Boat threat, and the fascinating and dastardly ploys Britain used against the submarines.
11) Atomic Vets
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The story of the veterans who witnessed secret atomic testing and how their decades-long struggle for recognition affects soldiers today. This story is a coproduction with our friends at Reveal, from The Center for Investigative Reporting.
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American troops have a long and noble tradition of humanitarian service. From distributing candy bars and care packages to street children, to offering medical and dental care to the poor, to building churches and orphanages in third-world countries, these American men and women commit thousands of hours to the service of others around the world, without expectation of gratitude or praise. This video profiles these heroes and their missions, revealing...
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Throughout the 20th century, countries have engaged in peaceful interactions and violent conflicts that have had global impact. This program explores key global conflicts since the end of World War I, including World War II, the Cold War, other regions of conflict including Afghanistan and Iraq, and the rise of global terrorism. Global cooperation in organizations like the UN and events like the Olympics is also explored.
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August 6 and August 8, 1945: two atomic bombs—the first used in warfare—were dropped on Japan, leading to Japanese surrender on August 15. This insightful program, made to coincide with the 60th anniversary of V-J Day, charts the events that led to the end of the war. It includes interviews from many different sources and nations who witnessed it all first-hand.
20) Tomcat Tales
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The ultimate feature documentary about Hollywood's favorite Top Gun fighter. Get ready to strap in and watch the navy's top aviators tell their never-before-heard stories of what it was like flying the legendary F-14 Tomcat!