Since the beginning of time there has been one constant. War. Men have constantly battled each other for land and wealth and power. American has certainly not been immune to the effects of war in the last century. From the Korean War to the more decent Persian Gulf, we have been at the forefront of the conflicts. In 20th Century American at War with Mike Wallace, you can take a closer look at some of the most pivotal battles in American History this century.
War has changed a lot in the last century. Foot wars are becoming a thing of the past and this has changed the very nature of warfare. America's military has changed too. These days there are elite special forces and high tech weaponry, and woman have started to play a larger role. In this amazing documentary, which has aired on both A & E and the History Channel, you can join Mike Wallace as he examines pivotal clashes in recent history, from Korea to Somolia. See on the spot dispatches from the front lines, and keep in mind, this is not for the light of heart. See reports from legendary correspondents like Edward R. Murrow, Walter Cronike, and Morley Safer. You will also hear expert analysis from journalists, military leaders, and historians, we well as personal testimonies from veterans who have fought on the ground, in the air and over the seas. The DVD box set includes 8 amazing episodes including the following:
War has changed a lot in the last century. Foot wars are becoming a thing of the past and this has changed the very nature of warfare. America's military has changed too. These days there are elite special forces and high tech weaponry, and woman have started to play a larger role. In this amazing documentary, which has aired on both A & E and the History Channel, you can join Mike Wallace as he examines pivotal clashes in recent history, from Korea to Somolia. See on the spot dispatches from the front lines, and keep in mind, this is not for the light of heart. See reports from legendary correspondents like Edward R. Murrow, Walter Cronike, and Morley Safer. You will also hear expert analysis from journalists, military leaders, and historians, we well as personal testimonies from veterans who have fought on the ground, in the air and over the seas. The DVD box set includes 8 amazing episodes including the following:
Episode 1: How We Went to War
Episode 2: Vietnam: A Soldier’s Diary
Episode 3: Vietnam Dilemma: Tet and the Anti-War Movement
Episode 4: Portraits of Courage: Air War in Vietnam and the Prisoner of War
Episode 5: Korea: The Forgotten War
Episode 6: America’s Elite Forces: A Checkered History
Episode 7: Military Debacles
Episode 8: The Gulf War Revisited: The Untold Story
Episode 9: A Few Good Women
Episode 10: The Changing Face of Warfare
BONUS FEATURES:
• 12-page viewer’s guide with articles on war reportage, “forgotten” conflicts, constitutional war powers, and 20th-century war memorials.
• American Warriors: updates on important military leaders mentioned in this series
If you love a good documentary or the dad in your life enjoys learning about the history of war, than this is the box set for you. It would definitely make a great Father's Day gift. You can order 20th Century America at War with Mike Wallace for only $49.99 at Acorn Media.
***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. I did receive a sample of the product to try in order to write a fair and honest review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own and were not influenced in any way. ***
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