Uncover the dark truths behind the Nazi regime with this 3 disc box set. Nazis: The Occult Conspiracy - From the ashes of WWI, Nazi leader Adolf Hitler attempted to build a sinister new world order, led by a so-called race of supermen, spreading a reign of terror unlike any other the world had ever known. Nazism was no mere political movement as is commonly believed; rather, it was an occult religion in which Hitler was the messiah. Dark Fellowships: The Vril - One of the most terrifying occult groups in all of history began nearly 100 years ago as a secret cabal of men who sought Aryan supremacy. They believed a mysterious substance called 'Vril' would help them take over the world. This dark fellowship existed at the core of the Nazi party. Nazi UFO Conspiracy - Was Hitler trying to build a secret weapon that would move like a flying saucer and decimate Allied bombing fleets over Germany? We know that Nazi scientists were experimenting with flying wings as well as building the first ballistic missiles. This programme reveals evidence that this flying saucer actually flew. See what is would have looked like and imagine the chaos it would have created.
DVD 1 - Desert Victory - In rare archive footage, 'Desert Victory' tells the story of the Desert rats. These were the heroic men of the Eight Army who, on the 23rd October 1942, left the holes that they had scratched in the rock and sand of the Western desert and moved forward to destroy Rommel's advance. This remarkable film provides a fascinating insight into the tactics and personalities of the Desert Rats as they made their critical defence of Suez. DVD 2 - Pearl Harbour Revisited - December 7th 1941 is a day that America will never forget. Pearl Harbour looks in detail at the two ships that have since become memorials - USS Utah and USS Arizona. This sensitive exploration of the events surrounding the tragedy at Pearl Harbour features film footage and photographs of the time alongside interviews with survivors. DVD 3 - The Last Bomb - Taken from US War Department films of the time, the moving footage was shot by US Army air forces combat camera units in the air battles over Japan. Featuring close ups of the planes and fascinating potraits of the forces that crewed them, the film contains powerful aerial footage taken from US bombers in action.
Go on location around the world with historical experts to investigate myths, legends and secrets in History's Mysteries. Each episode satisfies the viewer's curiosity by uncovering the fascinating and sometimes gruesome facts behind the most intriguing stories in history. Jack the Ripper - In the Autumn of 1888, five prostitutes were savagely murdered in the poor Whitechapel area of London. The murderer was never found. Jack the Ripper occupies a unique place in the history of crime and the identity of the killer is still the subject of fantastic speculation. Journey to the heart of a century-old mystery for a chilling look at the darkest aspect of humanity. The Real Dracula - Venture into the mists of history to uncover the exploits of the 15th century prince known as 'Vlad the Impaler' a sadist of unimaginable proportions. Bram Stoker chose Vlad as his model for Dracula, but the tales of fictional vampires pale in comparison to the real-life horrors committed by Vlad. The Amityville Haunting - People familiar with the movie and book The Amityville Horror know that the Lutz family spent barely a month in their Long Island home before abandoning it in the face of an onslaught of disturbing paranormal occurrences. Featuring exclusive testimonies from the Lutz family, this programme explores further dark episodes from deep in the property's past.
DVD 1 - Prelude to War - The Second World War is a record of one of the most destructive conflicts in human history, more than 46 million soldiers and civilians died. By far the largest number of those killed, whether in battle or behind enemy lines, were unknown by name or face except to those few who knew or loved them. DVD 2 - Our Russian Front - Disregarding the Ribbentrop-Molotov Non Agression Pact signed by Germany and the USSR on 23rd August 1939, Hitler launched operation Barbarossa in June 1941, intending to invade and conquer USSR and unite German and Japanese forces against the Allies. Stalin mobilised every man, woman and child to defend their country and this is their story. DVD 3 - The Nuremberg Trials - The Nuremberg trials was the world's first attempt to apply the rule of war to the excesses of war. Its tribunal judged 24 of the most egregious offenders of the losing side on charges of crimes against peace (i.e. waging 'a war of aggression'), war crimes and crimes against humanity.
Documentary exploring the history of the scooter. The programme traces the origins of the vehicle to Italy, visiting Florence, known for the heavy usage of scooters on its streets, and a factory in Pontedera which produces over a thousand scooters a day.
From Pearl Harbor to Vietnam and Iraq, witness US troops in action throughout the world and throughout history. It is not in the American National character to back away from a fight and this gripping 3 DVD collection examines three occasions during a 60-year period where that character would be tested to the extreme. Tora! Tora! Tora! - Take an in-depth look at the real story of the Japanese assault on Pearl Harbor, which catapulted the USA into WWII. From the build-up to the attack to the insurmountable damage and destruction it caused, it was one of the most daring naval and air manoeuvres of all time. The Battle of Khe Sanh - It was the longest and deadliest battle of the Vietnam War: a political chess game, with US troops caught in enemy territory with little or no strategy, and where no helicopter could last more than 25 seconds before drawing heavy fire. Now, hear the true stories of courage under fire straight from the battle's survivors. Shootout! Iraq's Ambush Alley - On March 23, 2003, a 1200-man battalion of US Marines descended on the Iraqi city of An Nasiriyah with the intention of taking and holding crucial bridges at either end of the town. But 3000 heavily armed Saddam loyalists would ensure the mission was anything but straightforward.
'The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling but in rising every time we fall'- Nelson Mandela Celebrated as an international hero upon his release from prison in 1990, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela is one of the 20th century's towering leaders. Mandela rose from poverty, against overwhelming odds, to become president of the richest, most culturally diverse country in Africa. He endured more than 27 years in jail for trying to overthrow a white police state, becoming the world's most famous political prisoner. In 1994, he led vote-less black South Africans from the racist apartheid period into a democratic era. He is an educated man, a lawyer, a democrat, a shrewd observer of human behavior, a disciplined politician who led a military uprising against an inhuman system, a best-selling and wealthy author, and a winner of the Nobel Peace Prize. Mandela personifies struggle. He continues to speak out against global injustice with the extraordinary vigour and resilience of a man who spent nearly three decades of his life behind bars. He has sacrificed his private and family life for his people, and remains South Africa's best known and most beloved hero. But there is much myth around Mandela. His real story is, in many ways, more compelling than the romantic myth. Featuring interviews with Nobel Prize Winners Nadine Gordimer and F.W. De Klerk; Robben Island co-prisoners Ahmed Kathrada, Mac Maharaj and Tokyo Sexwale; Mandela biographers Alister Sparks, Anthony Sampson and Charlene Smith; and Mandela's friends and family, THE LIFE AND TIMES OF NELSON MANDELA reveals a story unknown to the world beyond his inner circle. Mandela talks of his love of children, how apartheid affected him, facing the death sentence, how he survived prison, won over his enemies, and overcame prejudice. He also speaks about the pain of his marriage to Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, with whom he had two daughters. In an interview, Winnie talks about her first meeting with Mandela, the last time they were home together, and how she survived torture and scandal Approx run time is 42 minutes.