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Depressions 1929 United States France History 1914-1940 Jazz History and criticism United States History 1919-1933 United States Politics and government 1919-1933 United States Politics and government 1933-1945 World politics 1919-1932 World politics 1933-1945 World War, 1939-1945 World War, 1939-1945 Campaigns France NormandySummary: The aim of these lectures is to make viewers feel welcome and comfortable in the company of paintings. By focusing on 65 masterpieces of Western painting, Professor William Kloss offers a vivid, visceral encounter with genius, shining light on the unique technical, stylistic, and expressive achievements of each painting. From the 14th century to the 20th, the images are examined for their...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Company 2010
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 709 WORCall number: DVD 709 WOR
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Great DVD 759 World 2010Summary: The development of the arts in Europe from the Middle Ages to the modern era is an astonishing record of cultural achievement, from the breathtaking architecture of Gothic cathedrals to the daring visual experiments of the Cubist painters. We all have our favorite artists, periods, or styles from this immensely rich tradition, but how many of us truly know the full sweep of European art? How...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Co. 2005
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 709 HISSummary: The final episode, Divas and Superstars, is an exciting backstage look at the Latin-pop explosion into the English-language market. At the turn of century, artists like Ricky Martin, Gloria Estefan, and Shakira became overnight sensations. But as music studios concentrated on star-driven pop, Latino youth gravitated toward a more urban-driven fusion, following Spanish-speaking rappers like...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2009
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Summary: World War II - D-Day. Allied troops leave England for the invasion.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1944
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Summary: World War II - American troops arrive in Britain prep for invasion of France
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1944
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Summary: Paris disarmament conference, closing session.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1931
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Summary: World War II - Generals inspect warehouses of US built arms prep for D-Day invasion
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1944
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Summary: World War II - Allies liberate French towns
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1944
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Summary: World War II - French resistance uprising against crumbling German occupation, street fighting.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1944
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Summary: World War II - D-Day. Secondary Allied landings
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1944
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Summary: World War II - Allies liberate Paris (part 1)
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1944
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Summary: World War II - Allies liberate Paris (part 2)
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1944
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Summary: Aftermath of the San Francisco Earthquake
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1906
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Summary: World War II - British troops land in France
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1940
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Summary: By June 1944, there are signs on both sides of the world that the tide is turning. Through historic footage and interviews, Ken Burns’ Pride of Our Nation brings us to June 6: D-Day. A million and a half Allied troops embark on one of the greatest military operations in history - the invasion of France. It is the bloodiest day for America since the Civil War. In the Pacific, Marines encounter...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2007
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Summary: World War II - British and Belgian troops fight off Nazi attack in Northern France
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1940
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Summary: World War II - French artillery in action
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1940
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Summary: World War II - Adoring crowds in Berlin, Germany, watch Adolf Hitler's motorcade on return from inspecting conquered territory in France.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1940
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Summary: Sino-Japanese war, with Japanese VO
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1930
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Summary: Airlift of French wounded from Dien Bien Phu siege
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1954
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Summary: World War II - Nazi Germany invades France; Adolf Hitler and associates observe ruined Maginot Line; Hitler enters Strasbourg
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 1940
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Summary: This Universal newsreel focuses on Franklin D. Roosevelt's Fireside Chat No. 2. Washington, D.C.: In a dramatic newsreel interview at the White House, the Chief Executive reviews the accomplishments of his two-months-old administration, promising further legislation designed to better economic conditions throughout the United States and to improve the financial standing of the industrial...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2010
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Summary: This Universal newsreel focuses on the town crier of Provincetown. Provincetown, Mass.: The brassy voice of this historic village's recently appointed town crier forces attention to his recital of community news delivered in time-honored manner.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2010
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Summary: This Universal newsreel focuses on the sinking of the U.S. gunboat Panay by Japanese naval aircraft. Footage of the Rape of Nanking is followed by the U.S.S. Panay bombing in its entirety--exactly as photographed! Filmed by Norman Alley.
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2010