Catalog Search Results
Description
Tells an epic story of military strategy, politics, romance, and family conflict set against the backdrop of world events from 1938 through the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. Follows naval officer Victor "Pug" Henry as he is sent to Berlin as the U.S. Naval attaché. Shows how "Pug" and his family are drawn into the center of the conflicts that lead to America's involvement in World War II as Germany expands and proceeds to seize several...
Description
Filled with adventure and romance, these three miniseries chronicle the saga of the Kent family in early America. This Revolution-era romp follows the fortunes of a young Frenchman (Andrew Stevens) as he immigrates to America and crosses paths with historical heavyweights, including Paul Revere, Benjamin Franklin, George Washington and Samuel Adams.
7) Centennial
Description
Relive the grand hopes, dreams, loves and adventures of generations of residents in Centennial, Colorado-- from their risky attempts to establish a settlement in 1795 through the politics and power plays of the 20th century.
Description
Vikings returns for a gripping fourth season. Season three culminated with the extraordinary battle in Paris, where Ragnar seized victory from the jaws of defeat, but still returns to Kattegat dangerously ill. Thoughts of his death galvanize the forces who seek to succeed him as king, including his wife Queen Aslaug and his oldest son, Bjorn. Meanwhile, Lagertha continues power struggles with her calculating, former second in command, Kalf.
Description
"Gain a fascinating, engagingly intimate glimpse behind the iconic images on the marble busts and the noble faces gazing out from our dollar bills and pocket change. And discover the remarkable, unseen private sides of the men who risked their reputations, fortunes, and lives for the cause of American independence"--Container.
11) John Adams
Description
While our new nation was suffering attacks from both within and without, John Adams had a vision of a nation of liberty and justice for all. He guided his peers--General George Washington, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson--in setting the values and agenda for a glorious, free America. Adams and his wife Abigail refined these ambitious democratic ideals, and their partnership became one of the most moving love stories in American history.
Description
"In one month, Richmond fell, General Lee embared on his harrowing retreat, the Confederate States surrendered at Appomattox and president lincoln was assassinated. April 1865 examines the extraordinary series of events that changed the course of history in 30 brief days."--Container.
Bonus "The tragedy at Cold Harbor": "In 1864 General Grant ordered an attack on Confederate defenders at a crossroads near Richmond. See how Cold Harbor hastened the...
Description
In World War II, two historic Allied invasions played key roles in the defeat of the Axis powers. In this gripping DVD, witness the magnificent D-Day invasion of Normandy, when 150,000 brave soldiers stormed ashore to begin their march across Europe. Then discover the details surrounding another great invasion, the Beachhead at Anzio, in Italy. Here, a daring and aggressive maneuver cut the German lines between Rome and Cassino, and the Allied heroics...
Description
Armed with more power and greater responsibility, Ragnar's desire to seek out and conquer new kingdoms remains unquenchable. Loyalties shift as friends turn to foes and unlikely alliances are formed. Amidst all the war and political confusion, not a single soul is spared in the name of supremacy.
15) The world wars
Description
Adolf Hitler. Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Benito Mussolini. Winston Churchill. Charles de Gaulle. George Patton. Before they were the giants of WWII, they were infantrymen and privates in WWI, the war to end all wars. The story of the devastating three decades of twentieth-century world war is told through the eyes of the men whose characters were forged in the trenches before they commanded a world on the brink of disaster.
Description
Season Six returns following the battle between brothers which left Bjorn Ironsides a hero to the people who have been under the tyrannical rule of Ivar for so long. As the new leader of Kattegat, Bjorn struggles to fill his late father's shoes as king, while facing critical dilemmas and wrestling with the idea that power overshadows morals. Meanwhile, Ivar travels to Russia and meets his match in Prince Oleg, a ruthless and unpredictable ruler.
Description
When Elizabeth leaves her comfortable life in the city to move to a frontier town, she finds new purpose and love.
"Inspired by the award winning author Janette Oke (the Love Comes Softly series) comes more heartwarming and romantic adventures in the When Calls the Heart Year 10 edition. The journey continues with new stories of love, hope, courage, and faith on the Canadian frontier. Following the life of the beloved school teacher Elizabeth Thatcher...
Didn't find it?
Can't find what you are looking for? Try our Materials Request Service. Submit Request