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Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
In 1861, the Civil War was a conflict that threatened to permanently divide the United States. Without President Abraham Lincoln's leadership, courage, and determination to maintain the Union, our country may have ceased to exist. From his childhood in Kentucky to his election as president and his outspoken views against slavery, this program chronicles his life through re-enactments and archival photographs.
Series
Pub. Date
c2000
Language
English
Description
He was where he shouldn't have been and saw what he shouldn't have seen. Now, who will believe the word of a career thief and ex-con? Who will trust Luther Whitney when he says he saw a woman killed and that the man responsible for her death is the President of the United States?
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
Now that Cory and his dad are settled into life in the White House, Cory is cooking up even zanier schemes with his friends Newt and Meena. Cory and Meena come up with a clever plan to help Newt in the 'romance department' and get his first kiss. The guys clash when they have to write a hot new song for their band - before sundown. Things really heat up when Cory almost destroys the cherished Presidential Seal. All this, and they still have to pass...
7) Reagan
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
Americans know President Ronald Reagan's politics, policies, and oratorical prowess. But the totality of the legacy of America's 40th president is still eclipsed by the myth. While some say he's a hero and others call him an empty suit, one thing is for certain: President Ronald Reagan made history. Using rare archival footage and personal interviews with those who knew him best, revealed is the epic story of an unforgettable man who, against all...
Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
In the brand-new, 2016, high-definition program, learn all about George Washington's early life, military career, his role in the Revolutionary War, his presidency, his later years and his historical legacy. Famous George Washington quotes are presented by a cartoon "George" that makes learning about him all the more fun. Detailed graphics, diagrams, and exciting video, as well as on-screen, multiple-choice reviews at the end of each segment reinforce...
10) Thomas Jefferson
Series
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
"He lived during a time of great conflict and war--but he is most famous for fighting battles with a pen rather than a sword. In Thomas Jefferson, kids will examine the life of the statesman who wrote one of the world's greatest documents--the Declaration of Independence--and, in turn, helped form the very country we live in today. From his days in colonial Virginia to his role as President of the United States, kids will discover Jefferson's many...
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
"From the details of his legendary liaisons to the back-room deals that helped defuse Cold War Crises, JFK: a Presidency Revealed draws from an unequalled wealth of source materials and a host of interviews with personal confidentes, administration insiders, and highly-placed sources to present a comprehensive, and revelatory look at America's 35th president. Never-before-heard audiotapes recorded in the White House offer an inside glimpse of cabinet...
Series
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
"Born into a life of wealth and opportunity, Eleanor Roosevelt chose to devote herself to those who were less fortunate. Human rights, poverty, world peace - no problem was too large for her to tackle. Through archival footage and stills, kids will examine the life of this passionate activist who grew from a shy, self-conscious girl into a strong, outspoken woman who was admired by people all over the world. From her years of redefining the role of...
15) FDR
Pub. Date
2006.
Language
English
Description
Learn the story of one of America's most beloved Presidents. Includes rare archival footage and home movies as well as fascinating interviews with family members, friends, biographers, and eyewitnesses to the Roosevelt saga.
16) Our Nixon
Author
Language
English
Description
Newly uncovered Super 8 home movies filmed by Richard Nixon's closest aides – and fellow Watergate conspirators – offer an intimate and surprising new glimpse into his presidency.
Series
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
George Washington, was a social climber, land-hungry Virginia surveyor, and military officer who often blamed others for his own errors. He gradually built a reputation as a gentleman by educating himself in the classics and sciences, entering politics, and marrying one of the wealthiest women in Virginia. The battle of Trenton changed everything with a victory both for America and Washington himself. His skill and bravery transformed Washington into...
Language
English
Formats
Description
When the president is kidnapped by a terrorist who seizes control of the White House (Secret Service Code: Olympus), disgraced former presidential guard Mike Banning finds himself trapped within the building. As the national security team rushes to respond, they must rely on Banning's insider knowledge to save the president and prevent an even greater catastrophe.
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
It's been two years since Leo Barnes stopped himself from a regrettable act of revenge on Purge Night. Now serving as head of security for Senator Charlie Roan, his mission is to protect her in a run for president and survive the annual ritual that targets the poor and innocent. But when a betrayal forces them onto the streets of D.C. on the one night when no help is available, they must stay alive until dawn, or both be sacrificed for their sins...
20) Angel has fallen
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
When there is an assassination attempt on US President Allan Trumbull, his trusted confidant, Secret Service Agent Mike Banning, is wrongfully accused and taken into custody. After escaping from capture, he becomes a man on the run and must evade his own agency and outsmart the FBI in order to find the real threat to the president. Desperate to uncover the truth, Banning turns to unlikely allies to help clear his name, keep his family from harm, and...
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