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Unknown Civil War, Frassanito: Battlefield Photography Then & Now
produced by Robert Senkel, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 29 mins
Wet plate photographer Rob Gibson, as well as historians Tim Smith and Garry Adelman, join William Frassanito in an attempt to see his ideas in action.
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produced by Robert Senkel, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 29 mins
Description
Wet plate photographer Rob Gibson, as well as historians Tim Smith and Garry Adelman, join William Frassanito in an attempt to see his ideas in action.
Field of Study
The American Civil War
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Robert Senkel
Date Published / Released
2005
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Unknown Civil War
Person Discussed
Alexander Gardner, 1821-1882, Timothy H. O'Sullivan, 1840-1882, William A. Frassanito, 1946-
Topic / Theme
Battlefields, Corpses, Historical research and historiography, Photographers, Photography, Battle of Gettysburg, PA, July 1-3, 1863, American History, Late 20th Century (1975–2000), Civil War (1860–1865), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Unknown Civil War, Jennie Wade of Gettysburg
produced by Mary Benjamin, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 39 mins
She was an ordinary small town girl, caught in the crossfire of one of America's most cataclysmic events. A brutal twist of fate and her own generosity of spirit cost this young girl her life, but assured Jennie Wade a place in history as the only civilian killed during the devastating Battle of Gettysburg. This i...
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produced by Mary Benjamin, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 39 mins
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She was an ordinary small town girl, caught in the crossfire of one of America's most cataclysmic events. A brutal twist of fate and her own generosity of spirit cost this young girl her life, but assured Jennie Wade a place in history as the only civilian killed during the devastating Battle of Gettysburg. This is her story.
Field of Study
The American Civil War
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Mary Benjamin
Date Published / Released
2005
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Unknown Civil War
Person Discussed
Mary Virginia Wade, 1843-1863
Topic / Theme
Civilian war casualties, Battle of Gettysburg, PA, July 1-3, 1863, American History, Civil War (1860–1865), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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Unknown Civil War, Lee at Gettysburg
produced by Eric Lindstrom, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 41 mins
He was arguably Americas greatest general since George Washington. General Robert E. Lee fought against the nation he once swore to protect. Gambling his army and the future of the Confederacy in one epic battle, he led his troops into the three bloodiest days of American history. This is the story of General Lee...
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produced by Eric Lindstrom, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 41 mins
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He was arguably Americas greatest general since George Washington. General Robert E. Lee fought against the nation he once swore to protect. Gambling his army and the future of the Confederacy in one epic battle, he led his troops into the three bloodiest days of American history. This is the story of General Lee at the Battle of Gettysburg.
Field of Study
The American Civil War
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Eric Lindstrom, Charles Durning, 1923-2012
Date Published / Released
2005
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Unknown Civil War
Speaker / Narrator
Charles Durning, 1923-2012
Person Discussed
Robert Edward Lee, 1807-1870
Topic / Theme
Battles, Flanking, Generals, Battle of Gettysburg, PA, July 1-3, 1863, American History, Civil War (1860–1865), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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Unknown Civil War, Michael Shaara: The Soul of a Writer
produced by Arthur Drooker, fl. 1998, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 41 mins
'The Killer Angels' won the 1975 Pulitzer Prize. It was a national best seller and the book on which the popular movie Gettysburg is based. Though the novel is considered a classic of Civil War literature, its author Michael Shaara remains little known despite the fact that he revealed a little of himself on every...
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produced by Arthur Drooker, fl. 1998, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 41 mins
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'The Killer Angels' won the 1975 Pulitzer Prize. It was a national best seller and the book on which the popular movie Gettysburg is based. Though the novel is considered a classic of Civil War literature, its author Michael Shaara remains little known despite the fact that he revealed a little of himself on every page. This is the story of Shaara who strongly identified with commanders on both sides of the Civil War.
Field of Study
The American Civil War
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Arthur Drooker, fl. 1998, Kevin Conway, 1942-
Date Published / Released
2005
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Unknown Civil War
Speaker / Narrator
Kevin Conway, 1942-
Person Discussed
Michael Shaara, 1928-1988
Topic / Theme
Battles, Novels, Parent-child relations, Writers, Battle of Gettysburg, PA, July 1-3, 1863, American History, Late 20th Century (1975–2000), Civil War (1860–1865), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Unknown Civil War, Shiloh: Part Two: The Battle of Pittsburg Landing
produced by Rhys Thomas, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 48 mins
This was a major battle early in the Civil War: a place where future heroes made grievous mistakes. In the backwoods of Tennessee frightened boys became veteran soldiers and the nation learned the horror of a modern war. This is the story of Shiloh and the fight for Pittsburg Landing.
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produced by Rhys Thomas, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 48 mins
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This was a major battle early in the Civil War: a place where future heroes made grievous mistakes. In the backwoods of Tennessee frightened boys became veteran soldiers and the nation learned the horror of a modern war. This is the story of Shiloh and the fight for Pittsburg Landing.
Field of Study
The American Civil War
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Rhys Thomas, Stephen Lang, 1952-
Date Published / Released
2005
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Unknown Civil War
Speaker / Narrator
Stephen Lang, 1952-
Person Discussed
Ulysses Simpson Grant, 1822-1885, William Tecumseh Sherman, 1820-1891
Topic / Theme
Battles, Military officers, Military casualties, Battle of Shiloh, TN, April 6, 1862, American History, Civil War (1860–1865), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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Unknown Civil War, The Battle of Antietam
produced by David de Vries, 1961-, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 41 mins
This is the story of the battle of Antietam presented through archival pictures and interviews.
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produced by David de Vries, 1961-, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 41 mins
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This is the story of the battle of Antietam presented through archival pictures and interviews.
Field of Study
The American Civil War
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
David de Vries, 1961-, Stephen Langridge
Date Published / Released
2005
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Unknown Civil War
Speaker / Narrator
Stephen Langridge
Person Discussed
Robert Edward Lee, 1807-1870, George Brinton McClellan, 1826-1885
Topic / Theme
Battles, Military officers, Military casualties, Battle of Antietam, MD, September 17, 1862, American History, Civil War (1860–1865), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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Unknown Civil War, The Battle of Chancellorsville
directed by David de Vries, 1961-, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 45 mins
The Union Army launches a massive assault on the Confederates at Chancellorsville, Va.
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directed by David de Vries, 1961-, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 45 mins
Description
The Union Army launches a massive assault on the Confederates at Chancellorsville, Va.
Field of Study
The American Civil War
Content Type
Documentary
Author / Creator
David de Vries, 1961-
Date Published / Released
2005
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Unknown Civil War
Person Discussed
Joseph Hooker, 1814-1879, Robert Edward Lee, 1807-1870
Topic / Theme
Battles, Battle of Chancellorsville, VA, April 30-May 6, 1863, American History, Civil War (1860–1865)
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Unknown Civil War, The Irish At Gettysburg
produced by David de Vries, 1961-, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 37 mins
America's Irish came to the United States to escape a great famine. In April 1863 they fought to protect their adopted countries, both North and South. From the Army of the Potomac's famous Irish Brigade to Lee's legendary Louisiana tigers, the Irish would add their own special chapter to the saga of the Civil War...
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produced by David de Vries, 1961-, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 37 mins
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America's Irish came to the United States to escape a great famine. In April 1863 they fought to protect their adopted countries, both North and South. From the Army of the Potomac's famous Irish Brigade to Lee's legendary Louisiana tigers, the Irish would add their own special chapter to the saga of the Civil War's greatest battle. This is the story of the Irish a Gettysburg.
Field of Study
The American Civil War
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
David de Vries, 1961-, Kevin Conway, 1942-
Date Published / Released
2005
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Unknown Civil War
Speaker / Narrator
Kevin Conway, 1942-
Topic / Theme
Battles, Immigrant populations, Irish people, Military units, Battle of Gettysburg, PA, July 1-3, 1863, American History, Civil War (1860–1865), Irish, Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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Unknown Civil War, The Petersburg Campaign
produced by Jaime Hellman, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 45 mins
What started out to be Grant's simple pursuit by trying to gain 'possession of Lee's Army,' turned out to become one of the largest military campaigns of the Civil War.
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produced by Jaime Hellman, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2005), 45 mins
Description
What started out to be Grant's simple pursuit by trying to gain 'possession of Lee's Army,' turned out to become one of the largest military campaigns of the Civil War.
Field of Study
The American Civil War
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Jaime Hellman
Date Published / Released
2005
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Unknown Civil War
Person Discussed
Ulysses Simpson Grant, 1822-1885, Robert Edward Lee, 1807-1870
Topic / Theme
Military campaigns, Sieges, Intrenchments, Battle of the Crater, VA, July 30, 1864, Siege of Petersburg, VA, June 18, 1864-April 2, 1865, American History, Civil War (1860–1865), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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Unknown Civil War, Battle of Chickamauga
produced by Tony Long, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 52 mins
The Battle of Chickamauga is considered the bloodiest two-day battle in American Civil War history. Commentaries from authors and historians, battle reenactments, maps, photographs and actual battlefield scenes recount the unforgettable clash between north and south. The video documentary Battle of Chickamauga tak...
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produced by Tony Long, in Unknown Civil War (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2006), 52 mins
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The Battle of Chickamauga is considered the bloodiest two-day battle in American Civil War history. Commentaries from authors and historians, battle reenactments, maps, photographs and actual battlefield scenes recount the unforgettable clash between north and south. The video documentary Battle of Chickamauga takes viewers into the thick of the action with its restaged events as it commemorates the battles heroes, triumphs and tragedies. Viewers...
The Battle of Chickamauga is considered the bloodiest two-day battle in American Civil War history. Commentaries from authors and historians, battle reenactments, maps, photographs and actual battlefield scenes recount the unforgettable clash between north and south. The video documentary Battle of Chickamauga takes viewers into the thick of the action with its restaged events as it commemorates the battles heroes, triumphs and tragedies. Viewers follow James Longstreet as he breaks through the Federal line on day two of the conflict and as George Thomas makes his stand on Snodgrass Hill. This video is appropriate for grades 8 and up.
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Field of Study
The American Civil War
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Tony Long, Stephen Langridge
Date Published / Released
2006
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Unknown Civil War
Speaker / Narrator
Stephen Langridge
Person Discussed
Braxton Bragg, 1817-1876, William Starke Rosecrans, 1819-1898
Topic / Theme
Battles, Battle of Chickamauga, GA, September 18-20, 1863, American History, Civil War (1860–1865), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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