We Fight to be Free' vividly illustrates defining moments that made George Washington an indispensable leader. You'll see Washington take command of British forces during the French and Indian War, and later leading the Army across the icy Delaware River. Charming scenes show Washington's first encounter with the widow Martha Custis and his return home to Mount Vernon after resigning his military commission at the end of the war. Special features include George Washington Quiz and Mount Vernon Picture Gallery and bonus videos Saving Mount Vernon and a Mount Vernon overview.
Oct 2006
VHS tape gives you a video tour of the historic Williamsburg Colonial area as well as Yorktown and Jamestown. Plan your vacation stops in advance!
Jul 1988
Digitally re-mastered for amazing picture and sound quality, this fast-paced DVD presents Yellowstone before, during and after the Great Yellowstone Fires of 1988 and lets you learn the complete fire story. Discover the ecological role of fire and learn how it burned nearly a million acres of trees yet gave birth to a new cycle of growth. Through spectacular footage taken during the fires, see and hear the awesome phenomena of America’s greatest forest fire. Yellowstone Aflame is not only the best, most exciting fire video available, it offers valuable insight into the extreme conditions that led to the fires and explores important ecological changes in the park.
May 1989
Zion National Park is one of the most spectacular geological areas. From the sculpted walls of Zion Canyon, to the weathered sandstone of the Checkerboard Mesa you'll experience Zion at its very best. Through beautiful photography and fascinating computer animation, you'll learn about the area's geologic history and how these amazing formations came to be. This is nature at her most splendid, a vision of her elegance, a proof of her power, and always, a hint of her mystery.
Jan 2003
What better way to share and enjoy your visit to the Spruce Goose and Queen Mary than with this exciting and educational video program. Tour in and around these engineering marvels, including interior views not seen on the public tours. Plus, you will learn the fascinating history of each with priceless old documentary film and still pictures.
Jan 1987
Share your Washington DC visit and learn about our nation's capital with this, a complete Washington video tour. Outstanding cinematography and an original music score enhance this rich tour of the city's great historical and cultural treasures
Aug 1987
1607: A Nation Takes Root is the story of three cultures spanning three continents. The new docudrama film provides an overview of the first two decades of America first permanent English colony and the cultures that converged in early 1600s Virginia. The film chronicles events of Jamestown early years, trade and conflict between the English and the Powhatan Indians, the struggle of the colonists to survive, the leadership of John Smith and his permanent departure from Virginia in 1609, the installation of a military governor and martial law, and the marriage of Pocahontas, daughter of the Powhatan paramount chief Wahunsonacock, to John Rolfe in 1614, initiating a period of peace between the Powhatans and colonists.
Jan 2011
Features the Everglades, Big Cypress, Biscayne, and Fort Jefferson National parks. Learn about the amazing variety of plant and animal life that are found here.
Jan 2001
This journey begins through the eye of a traditional healer. It focuses on life in beauty and harmony within the Navajo culture. A chronicled story beautifully told and based on personal knowledge and teachings, showing us the holistic traditions, beliefs, and a way of life within the four sacred mountains. This story also focuses on the strength and endurance of a people with a history of oppression. It gives an inside perspective from today's Diné about how their culture was affected by the Anglo way of life. But even more importantly, it focuses on the solutions to prevent future loss of an ever fading language and culture.
Jan 2007
Featuring beautiful picture quality, this fully-narrated DVD explores the amazing scenery, hiking, wildlife, and wildflowers of Mount Rainier National Park.
Filmed and edited in High Definition, this DVD takes you on a fascinating tour of Virginia’s Historic Triangle – Jamestown, Colonial Williamsburg and Yorktown. Explore the dramatic events that occurred at each, re-living some of the most important chapters in American history. LEARN COLONIAL HISTORY - From the first English settlers at Jamestown and the establishment of the colonial government, to the surrender of the British Army at Yorktown and the birth of a new nation, experience life in colonial America. Enjoy the celebration of America’s roots: colonial-era crafts, fifes and drums, dramatic militia musters, battlefield re-enactments, archaeological digs and more.
A portrait of the Mississippi River, its history and culture, its power and affect on the environment.
Jan 2004
This film presents the sights, sounds, and history of Colorado's narrow gauge railroads, including trips on four famous lines: the Durango & Silverton, Cumbres & Toltec, Georgetown Loop, and Cripple Creek & Victor.
Jan 2005
Explore the scenic wonders, famous attractions and frontier history of the Pikes Peak region, including Colorado Springs, Pikes Peak Highway and Royal Gorge. Enjoy the panoramic view as you ride the Cog Railway to the 14,000-foot summit of Pikes Peak. Peer down into the Royal Gorge aboard the aerial tram. Explore the beautiful formations of Cave of the Winds.
Tour of Grand Teton National Park, showing the park throughout the year.
Jan 2002
Presents a complete survey of Yellowstone's geysers, hot springs, and mud pots and how they work.
Jan 1992
Tour of Yosemite National Park, showing the park throughout the year.
Jan 1999
Cape Cod National Seashore was authorized in 1961 to preserve a portion of this fascinating, ever-changing landscape. Four stories about Cape Cod have been asembled into a collection of classic short films prepared by the National Park Service.
Overview of the scenic possibilities in the pink spires of Bryce, the deep canyon and looming cliffs of Zion and the broad views of the Grand Canyon's north rim. Some suggestions for activities and accommodations.
Jan 1989
Explore the breathtaking scenery of Arches National Park; from the sculpted spans of the Window Section to the weathered sandstone of the Fiery Furnace. Learn about the area's 300-million-year geologic history and how these amazing formations came to be.