Relive the glory moments of John F. Kennedy's life, see the compelling story of this unforgettable leader and the rich dynasty he left behind. He will always be remembered as the youthful president who inspired America, a charismatic leader who gave the nation a sense of pride and confidence. His sharp mind, quick wit, and boundless determination won him friends, confidantes, and devoted followers. A World War II hero, respected senator, and author...

The lives and legacies of the 43 leaders of the United States. Based on the book To the Best of My Ability, The Presidents features insight from journalists, scholars, and politicians, as well as rare and unseen photographs and footage.

An up-close look at the violent battle to oust Liberia's leader Charles Taylor, and an unforgettable tableau about a country and people on the verge of implosion. Includes the never-before-seen Farewell Speech by President Charles Taylor.

From the roots of the rebellion and the signing of the Declaration of Independence to victory on the battlefield at Yorktown and the adoption of the United States Constitution, this program tells the remarkable story of this important era in history. Venturing beyond the conventional list of generals and politicians, The History Channel introduces the full range of individuals who helped shape this great conflict, including some of the war's most...

Uncovers the long-shrouded story of the young Chinese students and labor activists who defied the Communist regime and bravely demonstrated their willingness to pay the ultimate price for democracy.

Delves into the Stock Market Crash of 1929 and how it affected people, how the American public worked together to get through the massive hardships, and how the economy recovered with World War II. Examine the changes that swept the shaken nation during the first year - from the landslide victory of FDR in 1932 to Dust Bowl farmers. Americans sought release from the hard times wherever they could find it - from marathon dancing to going to the movies....

German produced documentary which chronicles the background, rise to power, rule, and downfall of Adolf Hitler. Includes glimpses of rare documents and extensive interviews with people who served under him.

Teddy Roosevelt had a dream to make America a global power. It was realized through the Panama Canal. The French began construction in 1880, but it would take the inventive American's to discover a way to link the oceans. First, the diseases that attacked the workers had to be controlled. Then, an innovative design for a series of locks was developed. Finally, the dogged determination and backbreaking toil of the Americans was rewarded when the Atlantic...

"Compilation of the second season episodes of The awful truth, in which Michael Moore skewers politicians and the public alike as he places himself squarely in the middle of today's most controversial issues and events. The twelve half-hour episodes are filled with scathingly funny observations and humorous rants that boldly and ironically provide valuable commentary on today's cultural landscpe." --

Reinhard Heydrich was the head of the SS death squads, a man even his colleagues were terrified of. "The blonde beast" was responsible for cleaning out "undesirables" in Nazi territory, and he was one of the primary early architects of the "final solution." But in 1942, assassins in Czechoslovakia killed him. For years, the details of how this happened remained obscured, but now the complete story can be told.