Flashback: Events That Shaped America

This premium collection pays tribute to those men and women who have shaped the course of American history. Comprising a feature-length DVD, a 28 page accompanying book and commemorative poster, plus a set of rare souvenir postcards, this collector's edition honors the influential people and momentous events that have made our great nation what it is today.

Includes

Flashback: 50 Events That Shaped America

Take a journey back through time to see with your own eyes 50 of the most significant milestones to be caught on camera in the history of the United States. Using footage shot at the time of these incredible events, these unique mini-documentaries transport the viewer to a glorious - and sometimes tragic - past, where American icons can be seen in action, rather than as a faded image in a dusty history book. Witness for yourself America's greatest moments of joy, pain, heartache and triumph to be relived, respected and remembered for generations to come.

50 Events That Shaped America - 28 Page Book

The rise and fall of presidents... the acts of pioneers, heroes, icons and villains... astounding physical and technological achievements... wars and natural disasters - multiple events and personalities have shaped the fortunes of America over the past century. From the bloody battlefields of World War I to the unforgettable horrors of 9/11, this picture-packed book forms the perfect complement to the accompanying DVD of historic film footage as it surveys landmark events in a century of change - a century that shaped modern America.

Commemorative Poster and Memorabilia Postcards

Researched and collated from original materials at The National Archives and Records Administration in Washington, DC, this selection of memorabilia provides a fascinating insight into our country's rich heritage. Souvenir postcards range from a recruitment poster for World War I to rare images marking events such as Titanic's maiden voyage, the attacks on Pearl Harbor, the first man on the moon and more, while a highly visual commemorative poster pays homage to the key personalities and events that have added so much to the rich tapestry of American life.

Upplagd i sortimentet: 12 november, 2013