America Comes of Age: A Minutes of History Collection - Box Set (2005)

Synopsis: GETTYSBURG AND STORIES OF VALOR - CIVIL WAR MINUTES III: Narrated by Keith Carradine, this third installment in the CIVIL WAR MINUTES series delves into the history of the battle at Gettysburg, one... GETTYSBURG AND STORIES OF VALOR - CIVIL WAR MINUTES III: Narrated by Keith Carradine, this third installment in the CIVIL WAR MINUTES series delves into the history of the battle at Gettysburg, one of the most bloody, horrific, and strategic battles of the US Civil War. Topics include Colonel Strong Vincent's defense of Little Round Top, the cryptic "Devil's Den" photographs, Confederate General Lewis Armistead's secret call for help, the medical and surgical history of the war, and much more. JOHNSTOWN FLOOD: On May 31, 1889, the South Fork Dam burst, setting in motion one of the worst disasters in United States history. As a 40-foot wall of water raced down the Conemaugh Valley, the city of Johnstown, Pennsylvania was transformed from an industrial boomtown into a wasteland. Academy Award winner Richard Dreyfuss captures the emotions of the survivors who watched as Johnstown was destroyed and over 2,200 lives were lost. A true story of heartbreak, heroism, and the will to survive, JOHNSTOWN FLOOD is a riveting look into a tragic day. EXPO: MAGIC OF THE WHITE CITY: The World's Fair is always a huge event on the global calendar, so fans will be delighted to know that they can now experience the 1893 happening in the comfort of their own homes! Narrated by Gene Wilder, this fascinating reconstruction of the event, which took place in Chicago, offers a look at many of the innovations that sprang forth in science and technology in this pivotal year. Millions of visitors witnessed new products such as the Ferris Wheel and Cracker Jack; the festivities also extended to include simple pleasures such as belly dancing and plenty of alcohol consumption. EXPO: MAGIC OF THE CITY is a stunning reconstruction of the 1893 event, with the cutting-edge technology used in its production appropriately keeping within the spirit of innovation that the World's Fair has become known for. [More]

Director: Mark Bussler

Director: Mark Bussler