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Have Fun With History: World War I Naval Aviation
Development of Naval aviation durign World War I. Pioneers in Naval aviation discuss wartime experiences, emphasizing problems and accomplishments making the growth and combat testing of Naval aviation in World War I.
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Have Fun With History: New Providence Island
The first U.S. amphibious marine assault at New Providence Island took place in 1776. [1:00]
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Have Fun With History: National Parks Looking Back
National Park monuments from the South West focusing mostly on Mesa Verde, are highlighted along with archaeogical digs and reconstructed artifacts.
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Have Fun With History: Air Army Invades Germany
This short news reel chronicles the air invasion into Germany at the Rhine and Patton capturing Coblenz. Also includeds the 101st Airbourne decorated for bravery for the Battle of the Bulge. [7:00]
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Have Fun With History: The Battle of Midway
Directed by John Ford, the U.S. Navy film provides a brief account of the Japanese attack of American ships at Midway. The film is comprised mostly of authentic footage from the battle, with dramatic narration by Henry Fonda - not to be...
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Have Fun With History: The Story of Our Independence
Our United States heritage centers around the Declaration of Independence, the men who framed it and those who fought to secure it. This presentation includes all the iconic symbols, people and scenes in our struggle to become a nation...
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Have Fun With History: The Bombing of Pearl Harbor
The Bombing of Pearl Harbor film was made right after the surprise attack on this Hawaii Naval base. The USS Arizona and more are featured. This film also contains the 1935 sinking of the Normandie.
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Have Fun With History: Why We Fight: Pearl Harbor
A concise telling of Japanese aggression and military expansion leading to the attack on Pearl Harbor. From the War Comes to America episode of Why We Fight, produced by Frank Capra.
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Have Fun With History: A Promise of Freedom: Immigration
"A Promise of Freedom" is a film based on the National Constitution Center's "Freedom Rising." It focuses on the history and founding of our nation and the important rights and responsibilities of U.S. citizenship. [12:00]
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Have Fun With History: The New World
Europeans begin to travel to North America, "The New World," to claim its vast riches and establish colonies. Over time, Great Britain's influence on the eastern side of the continent grows to 13 colonies which would become the United...
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Have Fun With History: Mount Tamalpais Gravity Railroad
Mount Tamalpais Gravity Railroad transporting tourists to top of Marin County's highest peak. [2:00]
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Have Fun With History: Old Glory: The Story of the u.s. Flag
The story of our flag from colonial times until all 50 stars were put in place. Each step is presented through animated sequences. [26:00]
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Have Fun With History: Prelude to the Bombing of Pearl Harbor
This U.S. government film portrays the years up until the time the U.S. entered World War II after the attack on Pearl Harbor. It also contains Roosevelt's "Day of Infamy" speech. [16:00]
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Have Fun With History: Who Are the People of America?
Explains how the United States came to be a diversely populated nation.
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Have Fun With History: Civil War Soldier, Dead at 99
In 1949, the surviving members of the United Confederate Veterans attend the funeral of their commander, James W. Moore. Moore joined the confederate army at the age of 13, died at the age of 99 and was buried in Selma, AL. Here's your...
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Have Fun With History: Leave It to Roll Oh: Household Robot
Household tasks are a lot easier if your personal robot can do the chores. Even better - small appliances can help liberate the life of the housewife- circa 1939. [3:00]
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Have Fun With History: American Look Design & Style: Pt. 1
Produced by Chevrolet, American Look is a tribute to designers and engineers and a car commercial wrapped up in one. It succeeds in showcasing the newest, and most futuristic designs as of 1958.
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Have Fun With History: Fireside Chats on the New Deal
These clips deal with the New Deal. They include six of Franklin D. Roosevelt's Fireside Chats on the economic policy for fighting the Great Depression. Note: When the first Fireside Chat finishes, click the PLAY arrow on the screen to...
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Have Fun With History: 49th Star Alaska Statehood New Flag
President Eisenhower signs the proclamation to add the 49th star to the U.S. Flag.
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Have Fun With History: Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West
Frank Lloyd Wright helped produce this documentary in the 1950s. It showcases his Taliesin West home and studio in Scottsdale, AZ.
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Have Fun With History: Radar Makes a Round Trip to the Moon
Army engineers send radar signal to the moon. The possibilities could even mean sending ships to the moon one day. [2:00]
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Have Fun With History: The Town Crier
This is a short reenactment showing the job of a town crier in Massachusettes during colonial times.
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Have Fun With History: Rock Island Line
Freight trains, classification yards and areas served by the Rock Island Lines.
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Have Fun With History: Meet Your Federal Government
An introduction and overview of the structure of the U.S. government. A high school senior discovers the makeup of our federal government and how the three branches of government work. [15:00]