History. America is supposed to be reuniting healing its wounds and moving past civil discord. But by examining what is really going on in the post-Civil War South one can see snapshots of a larger more menacing picture a picture shadowed by murder terrorism and chaos as "free" black men and women remain enslaved by a South that does not completely surrender. Insurgencies led by disgruntled ex-Confederate soldiers rip through nearly every southern state. America's first terrorist group the Ku Klux Klan is formed in Tennessee and uses scare tactics and murder to keep blacks down.Run Time: 90 minutesFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: DOCUMENTARIES/MISC. Rating: NR UPC: 733961770179 Manufacturer No: AAE-77017  (less)

multifaceted account of the pivotal events of 1864-65, when the bloodshed of civil war slowly brought forth a government (in the words of President Abraham Lincoln) "of the people by the people for the people," that would define the United States as it progressed toward the 20th century. The cornerstone of this two-disc set is "April 1865: The Month That Changed America," which thoroughly examines the most tumultuous month in U.S. history, encompassing Gen. Robert E. Lee's ill-fated campaigns including carnage at Sailor's Creek and eventual retreat from Richmond, Virginia, and Confederate surrender to Gen. U.S. Grant at Appomattox on April 9, 1865. Add the brutal efficiency of Sherman's March, Booth's plot to assassinate Lincoln, and administrativ...  (less)

who fought these battles, including Sherman, McClellan, Grant, Beauregard, Lee, Davis, and Jackson, are also brought back to life in richly detailed profiles. Through interviews with scholars and historians, reenactments, and their own written words, the full military and political contexts of these men, their armies, and the clashes between them are thoroughly explored.  (less)

weapons, new-fangled explosives and biological warfare competed to topple their enemy. With insight from Civil War authorities, we debunk the long-held image of a romantic and gentlemanly war. To revisit the past, we incorporate written sources, archival photographs and newspaper headlines. Our reenactments bring to life key moments in our historical characters' lives and in each of the horrific terrorist plots.  (less)

and a Cherokee was known for his brilliant guerilla tactics. Also highlighted is Henry Berry Lowery, who became known as the Robin Hood of North Carolina. Respected Civil War authors Thom Hatch and Lawrence Hauptman help reconstruct these stories, along with descendants like Cherokee Nation member Jay Hanna, whose great-grandfathers fought for both the Union and the Confederacy. Together, they reveal a new perspective and the very personal reasons that drew these Native Americans into the fray.  (less)

Kurstler IMAGES OF THE CIVIL WAR is a must for those interested in the Civil War.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: DOCUMENTARIES/MISC. Rating: NR UPC: 733961765373 Manufacturer No: AAE-76537  (less)

with comrades in the vintage "spooning" position. Part war movie, part character study--we discovered a war that lives on in the hearts and minds of weekend warriors whose ancestors fought--or were enslaved--during American's darkest chapter. This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.  (less)

the War Between the States to life. Mort Kurstler's work is known for its stunning attention to detail and historical accuracy. Here, his paintings and illustrations offer a unique view of the Civil war scenes that were not captured by the battlefield photographers and artists of the day. And stirring re-enactments show the chaos, brutality and courage of famous events like Pickett's charge and the Irish Brigade's stand at Fredericksburg. This is a one-of-a-kind program that belongs in the library of every Civil War buff. This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.  (less)