"The LEGO toy company was founded in 1934 by a Danish carpenter who loved making wooden pull toys. From its humble beginnings, the company has lived up to its name--which comes from the Danish phrase meaning to always "play well"--encouraging children to use their imagination and...
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"Learn how the United States ended up fighting for twenty years in a remote country on the other side of the world. The Vietnam War was as much a part of the tumultuous Sixties as Flower Power and the Civil Rights Movement. Five US presidents were convinced that American troops c...
Rock and roll sprang from a combination of African-American genres, Western swing, and country music that exploded in post World War II America. Jim O'Connor explains what constitutes rock music, follows its history and sub-genres through famous musicians and groups, and shows ho...
"Discover the true story of the Twin Towers--how they came to be the tallest buildings in the world and why they were destroyed. When the Twin Towers were built in 1973, they were billed as an architectural wonder. At 1,368 feet, they clocked in as the tallest buildings in the w...
Describes the construction and history of the Colosseum, the largest oval amphitheater in the center of Rome, Italy.
A group of present-day archeology students are stunned to discover a handwritten plea for help dated April 2, 1357...from their own professor. He's been blasted back in time to the 14th century. To rescue him, they must travel back and survive one of the most violent battles in w...
Presents a portrait of the iconic music artist that discusses his award-winning achievements, status as a counterculture figure, and influence on such performers as John Lennon, Bruce Springsteen, and David Bowie.
Describes the Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War, and includes details on troop movements of both the Union and Confederate armies, the notable figures on the battlefield, and the famous Gettysburg Address.
Danny and Jed become contestants on the children's television show "Slime Time," where wrong answers mean getting sprayed with whipped cream but right answers could lead to new skateboards.
Describes how four famous athletes overcame serious injuries or debilitating conditions to become superstars.
Sonny is a frustrated and lonely bellhop at a lackluster hotel. One night while he is working, he stumbles onto the illicit schemes of the corrupt hotel management. With his new found knowledge and a little prodding from his friend, Sonny becomes involved in a plot that could mak...
In harm's way (167 min): Epic treatment of the bombing of Pearl Harbor and the attack on the naval base. Island in the sky (109 min.): A transport plane crashes on Labrador's frozen tundra. The pilot must keep his crew alive while waiting to be rescued. Based on the novel by Ern...
Presents a biography of the first black baseball player to play in the major leagues when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1947. Also traces the history of all-black baseball teams.