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Volume 1: (3 hours, 28 minutes): --The Violent Century: THE CENTURY OF WARFARE opens with a look at the defining characteristics of modern war and the development of the weapons that revolutionized combat. --The World Goes to War: Explore the factors that led to the outbreak of World War I and see why efforts to prevent the coming conflict failed. --Blood and Mud: Harrowing photos and rare footage show the grim reality of trench warfare on the Western Front. --War of the Eagles: Three empires clash on the Eastern Front, until the Russian Revolution topples the Czar and the nation withdraws from the fight. Volume 2: (3 hours, 28 minutes) --Battle Fleets and U-Boats: Naval warfare in World War I, from submarine attacks and supporting forces on land to the Battle of Jutland. --Aces High: See how the plane became a weapon, fly with the pioneers of military aviation, and relive the exploits of legendary pilots like the Red Baron. --War to End All War?: The entry of the United States helped bring World War I to a close, but the harsh conditions of the Versailles Treaty paved the way for a greater conflict to come. --Enter the Dictators: The years between the World Wars were marked by the rise of totalitarian states in Europe and a growing militancy in the Far East. Volume 3: (3 hours, 28 minutes) --The War Clouds Gather: Conflicts in China, Spain and Africa presaged the horrors to come, while Hitler cemented his power and prepared for his bloody campaign of aggression. --Blitzkrieg: Germany's invasion of Poland introduced the world to a new brand of warfare. Less than a year later, the fall of France left Britain to face Hitler essentially alone. --Britain Stands Alone: The extraordinary heroism demonstrated by British citizens and soldiers and a vital lifeline from across the Atlantic kept England from falling into Nazi clutches. --Sand and Sea War: In and around the Mediterranean, Monty battled Rommel, American doughboys got their first real combat experience, and the Italian campaign gave the Allies a foothold in Europe. Volume 4: (3 hours, 28 minutes) --Hitler Turns East: Operation Barbarossa--the largest land invasion ever mounted--sent 3 million German troops and 3,300 tanks into the Soviet Union. --The Long Road Back: Defeated at Stalingrad and denied entry to Moscow, the Wehrmacht embarked on a two-year delaying action as it retreated to Germany. --Normandy to the Rhine: Follow the preparations for D-Day and the course of the war in Europe after the successful invasion. --The End in Europe: As Germany was squeezed in the vice of the Allied advance, the Big Three met at Yalta to plan for the aftermath of war. Volume 5: (3 hours, 28 minutes) --Oriental Blitzkrieg: Analyze the forces that drove Japan to war and relive the initial victories that gave the Imperial forces an air of invincibility. --Jungle and Ocean: The American island-hopping campaign drove the Japanese from their Pacific strongholds, but it would take a weapon of a different order bring the war to an end. --The War at Sea: This sweeping overview of World War II's naval engagements includes footage from Atlantic convoys, major Pacific battles and the amphibious landing at Normandy. --Air War: Fly in a B-17 on a harrowing daylight bombing raid, see how British aviators staved off the Luftwaffe, and watch as carrier-based fighters battle Zeros in the skies over Midway. Vol. 6 deals with the Cold War and Vol. 7 details Vietnam and theGulfWarRead full review
For the history buff, particularly those interested in military history, this might well be the 'ultimate' collection of seldom-seen combat footage from almost every major conflict of the twentieth century. Well and accurately narrated, students of history will literally watch it 'come alive' on film. Watching the entire set (it will take quite some time) is akin to a university survey course regarding the military history of the last century. It's that good, perhaps better than what many classes might offer. I would heartily recommend this set to any military history buff, or just anyone interested in history or war. Much of the footage, being war, is not for young eyes. This is an in-depth treatment of the subject utilizing actual footage which is surprisingly well done and in a better condition than I would have imagined, especially the older film treating WW1 and the Bolshevik Revolution.Read full review
The DVD disc is in great condition, the narrator is a perfect fit for that type of war of history.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Some great historic footage, but has a ponderous narrative, and is put together in such a way as to not really get into the details which really matter. It seems like there was an effort to cram too much general information into the program, at the expense of specific battle accounts. I figured with 7 DVD's, there would be some detail. Some of the most important battles of WWII are mentioned only in passing (e.g., Kursk). If you want a general overview of warfare in the 20th Century, you will probably enjoy it. If you want detailed accounts, look somewhere else.
Amazing collection of archival footage documenting the major Wars of the 20th century. Well edited and quickly moving summary of the pivotal events. The footage from German, Russian, and other National archives is facinating to watch. The sound editors did a tremendous job of adding sound effects to the original footage. The added realism is disarming. The theme music is haunting and beautiful. A good solid overview of the major international events of the 20th Century. Tragic, Horrifying, Sobering, Educational, and Inspiring. We should never forget.
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