The Most Significant, Decisive and Bloodiest Days of War
This unique collection is an insightful multimedia analysis of
five decisive battles that will go down in
history as the most massive, decisive and bloodiest days of war.
Listen to audio commentary as you view
hundreds of archival photographs and
historical paintings by the greatest war art...
This unique collection is an insightful multimedia analysis of
five decisive battles that will go down in
history as the most massive, decisive and bloodiest days of war.
Listen to audio commentary as you view
hundreds of archival photographs and
historical paintings by the greatest war artists
of the period.
You'll explore the strategic battlefield plans,
understand the circumstances leading up to war, meet the
larger-than-life personalities of key generals
and experience the enormity of the sacrifice of the fallen.
Features
GETTYSBURG - The bloodiest battle of the Civil
War, withmore than 51,000 casualties, resulting in a hallmark
victory for the Union Army.
D-DAY - The largest military force ever
amassed for invasion turned the tide of World War II. As that
pivotal day ended with 20,000 casualties and so much at stake,
it earned the nickname of "The Longest Day".
VERDUN -The lengthiest battle in world
history, situated on a tiny piece of land resulting in 700,000
casualties, fought only for national prestige during World War
I.
AUSTERLITZ - Napolean's French troops trick
and then claim victory over the Russian and Austrian
emperors.
CULLODEN - The infamous "Well of the Dead"
marks the spot where the fighting was most fierce in this final
battle for monarchy control of mainland Britain in 1746
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This comprehensive collection accurately depicts all
aspects of war, the men who fought them, the aftermath,
and the lessons learned for future generations.
Through striking visuals and compelling
audio, you'll experience the tragic setbacks, the
hard-won victories, the moments of glory and the real cost of
these monumental clashes which forever changed history.