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Historic Time Travels - Wartime Newsreels (2-DVD Set)
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Witness the events that made the headlines in the post World War II era across the globe. See the first H-Bomb going off on a secret atoll, the first- ever photograph, the first over 15-feet pole-vault and many other memorable world events in this unique set of DVDs from a2zcds.com.
What began as an attempt by the United States to keep Korea out of the grips of hard-core Chinese communists escalated into a full-fledged war that lasted for
fifty-four unforgettable months. An astounding 6.8 million American men and women severed in this bloody war which cost over 54,000 American troops their lives and forced over 7000 to spend a part of their lives as Prisoners of War.
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Approximately 5 million Korean War veterans currently live in the United States and in Puerto Rico, many of who have married and settled down to a life of peace. Few, however, will ever forget the nightmare that they lived through in the killing fields of Korea over half a century ago.
This 2- DVD set compiled painstakingly by a2zcds.com takes a peek at the action during this war which saw many firsts in terms of technological advancements being put to use against a deadly enemy - communism.
Some of the clips you will see on this DVD set are:
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The News Magazines of the Screen (Vol. 1, Issue 6)
This clip comprises of a series of newsreel stories reformatted for classroom use. It has several segments which include shots of the United Nations Condemning Red China for its unprovoked attack on Korean War, covers General Eisenhower’s historic post World War II tour of Western Europe to garner support for the Atlantic Defense Pact, the opening of the 82nd U.S. Congress, a humorous scientific demonstration on properties of liquid air; skiers on Mt. Hood, Oregon; water-skiers at Cypress Gardens, Florida and a dramatic reenactment of President Abraham Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address.
Sponsor: N/A
Producer: Warner Pathé News
Year: 1951
Year: 00:21:29
Audio: Mono
Color: Black & White
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The News Magazine of the Screen, March
This clip contains newsreel stories Produced by the Liberty National Life Insurance Company. Seen here are several significant global events such as the efforts of the United Nations Forces to liberate North Korea from the clutches of China, French President Rene Pleven’s Historic U.S, visit and President Vargas monumental victory at the Brazilian polls. Also seen are underwater trials of U.S. Army vehicles and some breathtaking feats of American athletes.
Sponsor: N/A
Producer: Warner Pathe News
Year: 1952
Year: 00:21:27
Audio: Mono
Color: Black & White
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The News Magazine of the Screen, (Vol. 4, Issue 2)
Produced by the Warner Pathe News Company this clip contains fascinating footage of the war against communism in Korea and shows prisoners of war being shipped to camps. Shown here are some soldiers from India and the efforts of the American GIs at rehabilitating Korean War victims. The Clip rounds off with some fabulous footage on President Theodore Roosevelt’s life and includes the only known voice recording of the president.
Sponsor: N/A
Producer: Warner Pathé News
Year: 1953
Year: 00:24:04
Audio: Mono
Color: Black & White
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The News Magazine of the Screen, (Vol. 2, Issue 9)
This is another fascinating set of post-WW II news clips produced by the Warner Pathe News Company. Seen here is President Truman surveying, personally, the damage caused by the flooding of the Missouri River in the Midwest. Also included are thrilling shots of an U.S. submarine leaping out of the water, France’s contribution to the war against communism, and a sea- borne radio station operated by CNN.
Sponsor: N/A
Producer: Warner Pathé News
Year: 1952
Year: 00:24:10
Audio: Mono
Color: Black & White
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The News Magazine of the Screen, (Vol. 4, Issue 4)
This volume contains. Captivating footage of the Indo-China war and shows a soldier returning home with this adopted Korean son. You also have a fascinating coverage of the famous Dionne quintuplets, which follows their progress from cradle to adulthood. The clips rounds off with an enlightening history of photography with superb footage f the Eastman Museum in New York showcasing the first ever photograph.
Sponsor: N/A
Producer: Warner Pathé News
Year: 1953
Year: 00:23:31
Audio: Mono
Color: Black & White
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The News Magazine of the Screen, (Vol. 4, Issue 9)
This collection of news clips begins with footage of the first train between Moscow and Peking and covers a wide spectrum of event, chief among them being the history of the Statue of Liberty and the history of fight. You will see shots of the first supersonic flight and protests in France about receiving American aid.
Sponsor: N/A
Producer: Warner Pathé News
Year: 1954
Year: 00:23:07
Audio: Mono
Color: Black & White
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Running Time:
DVD One : 01:12:37
DVD Two : 01:15:45
 EDITORIAL REVIEW:
"Although the use of atom bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki effectively ended World War II, seeds had already been sown for a new kind of war - a war that was fought more in the minds of world leaders than on battlefields. It was a war of ideologies between the communists and the free world. Having emerged as global superpower at the end of World War II The United States took the initiative in unifying the non-communist world against the ravages of communism, which valued systems more than it did human beings.
This set of DVDs presents one of the most comprehensive peeks at the post-World War II world and the events that made headlines in those turbulent years. While offering a fresh perspective on the Korean War and the contributions of the American, French and Indian soldiers to this conflict, The clips also cover the fallout of the war and its impact on the political outlook of many European countries which struggled to break free from the clutches of communism.
You are also offered a fascinating overview of other delightful and entertaining non-combat happenings such as the historic flagging off of the Moscow-Peking train, military and athletic accomplishments and memorable historical footage of America’s most cherished monuments. Seldom is such a wide spectrum of events from any era found so conveniently on a set of DVDs that you can browse through at will. I found myself gaping wide-eyed at the footage of one fascinating event after another It is like having the history of the world at my fingertips and I am delighted.
Should you be a veteran of the Korean War, among those who relish visual historical treats, or just a patriotic American citizen interested in knowing how the United States has remained committed to ensuring global peace, grab this set of DVD right away. You won’t regret it!"
CUSTOMER'S REVIEWS:
"This was a rare treat for me. My dad was sent to Vietnam and saw a lot of action there, but strangely, he doesn’t talk about his experience there. I got a good idea of what he and others like him may have endured in Korea as they fought to keep the country out of the hands of communists. Thanks a2zcds for this wonderful set."
Customer's Name : Anna Osborne (Cleveland, Ohio)
"I was amazed by the sheer volume of information on this set of DVDs. From wartime action in Korea to the political upheavals in Italy, from sports to nuclear tests these DVDs cover the post war history of the world like no other set I have come across. Glad I invested in this set. It is a rare collector’s item and one that will occupy a prominent place in my personal collection."
Customer's Name : Bob Harrison (Atlanta, Georgia)
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General Packaging Description:
Our professionally-produced DVDs are shipped in retail Amaray style DVD cases just like you would find in a store. These beautifully packaged DVDs make great gifts and are themselves works of art. While we offer some of the best prices anywhere, we have never sacrificed quality for price.
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System requirements:
Computer: Pentium II, 300mhz, 64mb RAM, DVD-ROM, compatible video and sound card.
Player: NTSC compatible DVD player, standard TV.
Region: All players, irrespective of region
NOTE ON COMPATIBILITY: While our DVDs are designed for optimal playback for all home DVD players, it is possible that some older systems will have trouble playing our DVDs. Although rare, it is worth mentioning. If this occurs you will receive a full refund.
Given that some of these videos are extremely old and their original audio quality is not very good, we have tried to improve it to the best possible quality. However, due to their inherent quality problems, you might still have a few instances where the audio is of a slightly lower volume.
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