Relive the greatest crisis ever faced by the United States as this unique documentary
traces the history of the Civil War from its origins through to the final tragic act of
Lincoln's assassination. Witness four years of terrible campaigns that cut a swath of
destruction from Virginia to the Mississippi River and beyond.
Recounted in over six captivating hours, the battle and leaders of the American Civil
War are brought to life with fresh perspectives and new insights. Come with us as we unlock
the secrets of this fascinating time, a crucible of violence from which a stronger nation
emerged, ready to face the challenges of a changing world.
A riveting story told by the voices of Civil War historians!
Disc 1 Contents:
The Battle Cry of Freedom
The Citizen Army
First Manassas
The Drive to Henry House Hill
Stonewall
Bull Run's Legacy
Anaconda
The Battle of Shiloh
The Father of Waters
On to Richmond
Cedar Mountain
Second Manassas
South Mountain
Antietam
Emancipation Proclamation
Fredericksburg
Stones River
Civil War Photographers
The Peculiar Institution
Civil War Espionage
Disc 2 Contents:
Chancellorsville
Vicksburg
Lee's Second Invasion
The Road to Gettysburg
Gettysburg - The First Day
Gettysburg - The Second Day
Gettysburg - The Third Day
Chickamauga & Chattanooga
Grant Takes Command
The Wilderness
Spotsylvania
Yellow Tavern to Cold Harbor
Cavalry in the Civil War
Slaves and the Confederacy
Conscription, North & South
Disc 3 Contents:
Petersburg
The Confederate Raiders
Early's Campaign
Sheridan in the Valley
The Atlanta Campaign
Johnston Falls Back
To the Kennesaw Line
Atlanta End Game
The March to the Sea
Franklin
Nashville
Fort Fisher
Bentonville
Sayler's Creek
Appomattox
Lincoln's Assassination
Revenge and Reconciliation
Prisoners of War
The Commanders in Chief
Reconstruction and the Ku Klux Klan
Contains Extensive Color Reenactment Footage
Over 6 Hours Running Time
Color and Black/White Footage
Makes An Excellent Gift
Compatible With NTSC and PAL Formats – Playable Worldwide
