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1) I Was There
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Pub. Date
[2022]
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English
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Theo Wilson time travels to 1865 and immerses himself in the events that lead John Wilkes Booth to hatch a plan to kill President Abraham Lincoln. Wilson uncovers a series of surprising moments, from a sibling rivalry to Booth's first encounter with Lincoln, which sharpened Booth's hatred for the president and led to him to murder Lincoln just when the United States of America needed the 16th President most. Featuring insights from leading historians....
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Pub. Date
[2019]
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English
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The brutality of Hitler and his overwhelming lust for power are soon on display as he continues to destroy Germany's democracy from within. Members of the aristocratic elite are still in positions of power, but soon the Nazis and their violent stormtrooper hordes silence even the slightest criticism. Even those closest to Hitler realize that he cannot be trusted and everyone is expendable.
Pub. Date
[2024]
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English
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In this documentary, journalist/filmmaker Sean Langan and his local fixer Sasha embark on a road trip through Russia’s heart of darkness: the Russian-occupied Donbas region, starting in Donetsk, where he’s greeted with suspicion. But this remarkable film also shows the human face of the other side of this war — civilians living under siege, including young students and old babushkas who invite him for refreshments — as well as gives a view...
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Pub. Date
[2025]
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English
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U.S. History For Dummies offers a comprehensive overview of over 200 years of American history, from early civilizations to the 2024 election. It covers key wars, influential figures, and major events that shaped the nation, including modern issues like climate change, COVID, and the January 6th Capitol riot. The book presents engaging accounts of historical moments, explores significant cultural developments, and provides easy-to-understand insights...
Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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This program explores the history of Puerto Rico, from its indigenous Taino roots and the arrival of Christopher Columbus, through centuries of Spanish rule and the eventual transfer to U.S. control after the Spanish-American War. It also highlights the pride many Puerto Ricans feel for their island and touches on the ongoing debate about statehood, examining both potential benefits and drawbacks of such a change.
Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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This program uncovers the countless ways in which Central and South American civilizations have influenced the U.S. From language to medicine, from food to manufacturing, the program develops a strong understanding of these influential and ancient civilizations. It explores the idea of "Manifest Destiny," discovers Puerto Rico's quest for independence, and finds out how the "Little War" affected Mexico.
Pub. Date
[2025]
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English
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The year 2025 makes the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau extermination camp. One of the youngest survivors was an eight-year-old Polish girl named Rutka. She moved to Canada after the war and took the name Rachel Hyams. Decades later, she died by suicide. This NewsHour production with Malcolm Brabant follows Rachel’s daughter as she retraces her mother’s steps.
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2025.
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English
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"A groundbreaking history of sexual emotion, sexual activity, gender relations, marriage and the family--and how Christianity has interacted with this panorama of human concerns Few matters produce more public interest and public anxiety than sex and religion. Much of the political contention and division in societies across the world centres on sexual topics, and one-third of the global population is Christian in background or outlook. The issue...
9) Warriors
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Pub. Date
[2019]
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English
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"A overview of warriors throughout history--from Ancient Greece to the Middle Ages--the equipment they used, and the most famous warriors in history"-- Provided by publisher.
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
This historical program discusses the colonization of North America and the founding of the United States, along with the early discrimination against Native Americans. It describes the rich ancestry and traditions of the Native American Indians, whose tribes and nations once dominated the land. Today, Native Indian heritage experiences a rebirth, with ancient languages spoken again and traditions and culture replenished. The program also explores...
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"From a renowned National Book Award-winning scholar, an extraordinary new account of the life of Jesus that explores the mystery of how a poor young man inspired a religion that reshaped the world. Over the past two thousand years, countless personalities have been projected onto the enigma we know as Jesus: a first-century rabbi, capable of miraculous healing, or a magician faking cures; a Prophet, or a deluded visionary; a heretical Jew, or God...
Pub. Date
[2021]
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English
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Between 1933 and 1941, hundreds of thousands of Jewish children left Europe for the U.S. and Great Britain. Between 1941 and 1945, tens of thousands went back…all grown up, heavily armed, and ready to strike back.This compelling and often touching film tells the largely unknown WWII story of young German-born Jewish men and women who escaped certain death at the hands of the Nazis…and who later returned to fight Hitler and his minions across Europe...
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
This program explores the rich history of Mexico, from its ancient civilizations to the modern day. Discover how the Aztec and Maya empires evolved and gain a better understanding of ancient Mexico. Learn how the United States has played a key role in defining what Mexico is today and why the two countries were once at war. The program also covers the 300 years of Spanish rule in Mexico, beginning with Hernan Cortes' conquest of the Aztecs in 1521,...
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
This program explores the profound impact of the Black American vote on American democracy. It examines the historical milestones and modern-day movements that highlight the Black vote's significant role in shaping the nation. The program delves into the struggles, courage, and triumphs that define the fight for Black voting rights, recognizing key events like the 15th Amendment and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. From the era of slavery to Reconstruction,...
Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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This program explores the historical significance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the United States. It examines the role of HBCUs in providing access to education for African Americans during periods of slavery and segregation, and their continuing importance as a space for academic and cultural exploration for Black students today. The program highlights notable HBCU alumni including Martin Luther King Jr., Thurgood Marshall,...
Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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This program tells the profound story of the Montford Point Marines. Overcoming racial segregation and war's horrors, their journey extends from rural Virginia to the battlegrounds of World War II, the Korean War, and Vietnam. The documentary interlaces their personal tales with the broader narrative of African Americans in the early 20th-century Marine Corps, showcasing their unwavering heroism and the lasting legacy of American veterans.
Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
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Narrated by Academy Award winner Morgan Freeman, this riveting documentary tells the true story of the first Black tank unit to serve in combat during WWII. The film explores in depth the major battles they faced both overseas while in combat and back home in the United States. It features an interview with one of the last surviving members of the 761st Battalion, as well as the current and first Black Secretary of Defense, Secretary Lloyd J. Austin...
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
This program explores the NAACP's pivotal role in advancing civil rights and equality for African Americans, particularly during the challenging times of the Great Depression and Jim Crow segregation. It highlights the organization's strategic efforts, including legal action, lobbying, and collaboration with other groups, to combat discrimination and secure landmark victories such as the desegregation of public schools. Key figures like Thurgood Marshall...
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[2025]
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English
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"The epic story of how America turned the world economy into a weapon, upending decades of globalization to take on a new authoritarian axis-Russia, China, and Iran. It used to be that ravaging another country's economy required blockading its ports and laying siege to its cities. Now all it takes is a statement posted online by the U.S. government. In Chokepoints, Edward Fishman, a former top State Department sanctions official, takes us deep into...
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Pub. Date
2025.
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English
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"In an urgent and personal new book, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer sheds light on the Jewish American experience and sounds the alarm about the troubling resurgence of antisemitism. When it comes to the history of the Jewish people, there is a national and global crisis of misunderstanding. This lack of knowledge feeds demons ofignorance, hatred, and violence. ANTISEMITISM IN AMERICA: A WARNING is an urgent work of nonfiction that illuminates...
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