Gettysburg and Stories of Valor- 2 Box Set

Product Description Narrated by Keith Carradine, "Gettysburg and Stories of Valor" focuses on one of the most exciting periods in United States history, America's Civil War. This 3-hour documentary captures the scenic beauty of the Gettysburg battlefield, examines rare Civil War artifacts and tells the personal stories of the men who fought in the war. Review The combination of a smooth narrative, period relics and photographs enhances this DVD set, which could easily find a place in any classroom, from grade school through an undergraduate Civil War course. Adults will like this set, too! --Richard A. Sauers, Civil War Times Illustrated Outstanding technical quality and visuals include beautiful footage of Gettysburg and other Civil War locations, reenactments of events, artifacts, vintage photos and illustrations. Gives teachers flexible, easily navigated material that can be used for introduction, review or enrichment, and it includes some topics, such as those about artifacts and Civil War medicine, that can be difficult to find. Very good choice for any library. --Mary Mueller, School Library Journal Extraordinary research, strong visuals and an inspired soundtrack of voices and effects all bring the action to life. Highly recommended. Editor s Choice. --T. Keogh, Video Librarian