America's Steam Trains: Challenger 3985 - The Worlds Largest Operating Steam Locomotive

America's Steam Trains: Challenger 3985 - The Worlds Largest Operating Steam Locomotive 2002

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Union Pacific's steam locomotive #3985 is the largest operating steam locomotive in the world. This 4-6-6-4 locomotive, built in 1943 still runs today as part of the railroad's public relations program. In this DVD, we'll follow 3985, which is also called the "Challenger", in Wyoming, Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma & Texas as she shows the public what big steam was really like. Highlights *Visit the Cheyenne Steam Shop to see where 3985 is maintained. *See some of the historical equipment still in the roundhouse *Follow the engine on it's ferry move across Nebraska *Enjoy her pulling an excursion from Council Bluffs to Sioux City, Iowa *See 3985's NRHS convention trip from St. Louis to Gorham, IL *Follow her through Oklahoma and Texas!

2002

Two Thirds Sky - Artists in Desert Country

Two Thirds Sky - Artists in Desert Country 2002

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The documentary follows the creative journey of five contemporary artists from blank canvas to finished painting. Each artist has a different relationship to the land they paint yet all are attempting to express their identity and sense of belonging through their work.

2002

Hanggang kailan ako papatay para mabuhay

Hanggang kailan ako papatay para mabuhay 2002

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Ruben grow up with his grandmother since his father died and his mother decided to marry again. His childhood was unhappy and he blamed his mother for his misery.

2002

Descenso

Descenso 2002

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Film made with analog 35mm photo camera framed vertically. The sound that arises is caused by the image extending over the optical sound track. The content focuses on the descent made from a building in the Plaza de España in Madrid, honoring the great Spanish filmmaker Iván Zulueta. — AP

2002

Unsung Heroes: The Battle of Khe Sanh

Unsung Heroes: The Battle of Khe Sanh 2002

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Unsung heroes tells the story of the battle that for many, symbolized the entire Vietnam War. Included is archival footage and recollections from the soldiers who were there.

2002

The Long Gray Line: The Spirit of West Point

The Long Gray Line: The Spirit of West Point 2002

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In honor of the Academy's 200th anniversary, A & E spent a year following current cadets through the rigorous curriculum. Included is footage and interviews about the history of the institution and the demands made on the cadets.

2002

The Civil War: A Concise History

The Civil War: A Concise History 2002

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The story of America's bloody war between brothers from causes to conclusion. Featuring authentic Civil War music by Bobby Horton and an excellent collection of Civil War visuals including actual wartime photographs and historical combat illustrations, as well as paintings from renown Civil War artists Mort Kuntsler and Rick Reeves.

2002

The Battle History of the United States Air Force

The Battle History of the United States Air Force 2002

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From barely getting off the ground to the super technology of today's cutting edge aircraft, the battle history of the United States Air Force is an adrenaline-packed history of one of the most vital branches of the American military.

2002

Straits of Mackinac Shipwrecks

Straits of Mackinac Shipwrecks 2002

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Straits of Mackinac shipwrecks presents the stories behind four fabled shipwrecks-- the Sandusky, the William H. Barnum, the Eber Ward, the Cedarville.

2002

Rediscovering George Washington

Rediscovering George Washington 2002

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This documentary explores the character and accomplishments of George Washington as a warrior, a politician, and a charismatic leader. Also gives views of Washington through modern people and events.

2002

Promontory

Promontory 2002

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Mormon settlement and railroad construction meet when the railroads meet at Promontory Point, Utah.

2002

Prairie Tides

Prairie Tides 2002

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Traces the history of the Illinois and Michigan Canal, from politics to geography, and from the immigrant odyssey to the vision of people like Louis Joliet and Abraham Lincoln.

2002

Lighthouses of the Oregon Coast

Lighthouses of the Oregon Coast 2002

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Video tour through each lighthouse along the rugged Oregon Coast a look at each unique and historic beacon. Includes: Cape Blanco, Coquille River, Cape Arago, Umpqua River, Heceta Head, Yaquina Bay, Yaquina Head, Cape Meares, and Tillamook Rock.

2002

The Milwaukee Road

The Milwaukee Road 2002

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Experience The Milwaukee Road of the early 1970s as Pentrex takes you on a three-volume video adventure along the Rocky Mountain Division! Explore the entire electrified Milwaukee Road line from Harlowton, Montana to Avery, Idaho in this exciting three-volume combo DVD. Extraordinary films taken by Ed Stimpson have been carefully selected and computer enhanced, and combined with incredible stereo sound recorded on the Milwaukee Road by Don Hunter. Pentrex has painstakingly researched the Milwaukee's electrics in order to bring you the most accurate, factual video ever produced on these marvelous machines. It's some of the most dynamic railroading in the United States!

2002

Yellowstone: A Symphony of Fire and Water

Yellowstone: A Symphony of Fire and Water 2002

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Yellowstone: A Symphony of Fire and Water explains the mystery and explores the beauty of Yellowstone's geysers, the rare and wonderful geothermal features that amaze and delight millions of us each year.

2002

National Parks of the Appalachians

National Parks of the Appalachians 2002

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Explore each park - Clingmans Dome, Linn Cove Viaduct, Skyline Drive. Learn about the folklore of Appalachian settlers with visits to historical sites, including Cades Cove, Oconaluftee, and Mingus Mills, Brinefer and Puckett Cabins, and more.

2002

Gettysburg Battlefield Tour

Gettysburg Battlefield Tour 2002

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Explains the importance of the battle of Gettysburg and concludes with Lincoln's Gettysburg address.

2002