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History of the U.S. Navy - World Wide Naval Operations 1815-1860
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Produced by the United States Navy, this film examines the role of the U.S. Navy in 1815-1860 during both wartime and peace. The film is a series of still drawings with audio narration describing important events in the Navy's role in the United States during this period of time.


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History of the US Navy - War of Independence, 1775-1783
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Department of the Navy. This film gives the history of the birth of the United States and U.S. Navy. It includes the general movements of the continental army and navy, the founding of the navy, the battle of Valcour Island, Washington's strategy, the bravery of John Paul Jones and more. Note: The last several seconds of this film do not exist so it ends abruptly.


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How To Fly The B-26 Airplane Training Film DVD
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How To Fly The B-26 Airplane Training Film is an in depth look at how to operate the Martin B-26 Bomber AKA the Marauder. This film, featuring Hollywood actor Don Porter as the pilot, demonstrates how to handle this remarkable aircraft and put it through its motions. The film is shown from the perspective of the pilot teaching the a Lieutenant the moves of operating this aircraft. It shows how they prepare the bomber for flight by going through a detailed checklist of pre-flight procedures and makes sure the plane is 100% ready to go before actually getting ready to fly. It then shows how the engines are started, a smooth takeoff and then an exploration of the limits and capabilities of the aircraft in the air. To make it even more exciting, it shows one engine failing and the steps needed to "glide" it back for a safe landing. This film is a rare and detailed look at one of our historic war planes.


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Individual Protection Against Atomic Attack Documentary DVD
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Individual Protection Against Atomic Attack is the subject of this episode of The Big Picture. This film was actually used as a training film to educate soldiers against possible nuclear warfare. The film familiarizes soldiers with atomic detonations, explaining the short term and long term damage they can cause. It also delves deep into methods to protect themselves against the effects of an atomic attack. The goal of this film was to ensure maximum survivability of soldiers on the battlefield in the event of being found on an atomic battleground so they could continue to fight and win the day.


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Infantry Operations Documentary DVD
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Infantry Operations is the subject of this episode of The Big Picture. This film explores the history of the Rifleman throughout American history. It looks back to the earliest immigrants who has only a musket for protection. It moves on to sharpshooter at Bunker Hill, Saratoga and other battles and how they were instrumental in the winning of the Revolutionary war. And them moves on to modern warfare and the rifles used on the modern battlefield. This film is interesting because it interweaves the evolution of the Army rifle and how its evolution dictated changes in the combat rifle tactics that were used on the battlefield.


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Introduction to Communicable Disease Nursing DVD
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Produced by the Department of Defense in 1975, this DVD takes a serious look at infectious/ communicable diseases. It explores how they are contracted, transmitted and how outbreaks are contained and destroyed. It also examines the role of hospital personnel to monitor signs of a potential communicable disease outbreak in the facility so that they can take steps to stop it before it becomes a major health hazard.


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Let There Be Light - Treatment Methods for WWII Battle Neurosis
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Produced by the United States Army, this film examines treatment methods for the 20% of all battle casualties in the American Army during World War II; which were of a neuropsychiatric nature. The special treatment methods shown in this film, such as hypnosis and narcosynthesis, have been proven to be particularly successful in acute cases, such as battle neurosis. Interestingly the successes achieved in battle neurosis is much greater than when dealing with peacetime neuroses which are usually of a chronic nature suggesting that these therapies are best employed for acute neurotic conditions.


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M-60: King of Armor Documentary DVD
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M-60: King of Armor is the subject of this episode of The Big Picture. This film traces the origin of the modern tank and the need to create a mobile armored vehicle (the M-60) that could carry enough firepower to break through machine gun emplacements and lead troops through the line of fire on to victory. In addition to discussing the usefulness of this powerful battle wagon, we learn the story of the development and testing of the M-60 tank before it was deployed in war zones.


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Medal of Honor Recipients 1863-1968 on CD
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The Medal of Honor is the highest distinction which can be earned by a member of the Armed Services of the United States. It is awarded by the President, in the name of Congress, to an individual who while serving in the Armed Forces "distinguished himself conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty."

Medal of Honor Recipients 1863-1968 is a massive 1,100+ page volume detailing all the Medal of Honor winners from 1863 until 1968. This powerful volume fills you in on the fascinating details of service that were accomplished to earn the honor of the Medal of Honor. It is a great resource for students of military history as well as genealogists working to fill in details on ancestors who achieved this high military honor.


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Medicolegal Autopsy DVD
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Produced by the Department of Defense in 1980, this DVD is quite fascinating. It explores the autopsy process as it relates to a criminal act. In this presentation, you will learn how an autopsy is performed, how various types of woulds are examined and evaluated and how all the information is packaged up in preparation for presentation in court testimony.


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Military Courtesy, Saluting and Sexual Harassment Training Films DVD
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Including Basic Military Courtesies and Etiquette, Male and Female Sexual Harassment, Physical and Verbal Harassment and More


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Military Decorations, Medals, Emblems and Insignia Historic Book Collection on CD
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Military Decorations, Medals, Emblems and Insignia is a 16 volume collection looking at the history of military identifications and awards. The collection is primarily focused on United States and England (including a fascinating collection of knighthood) but it has many details on other militaries around the world. The collection provides a fascinating glimpse of all the various identifications and honors of various military units through modern history making it a must have collection for any enthusiast of military history.


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Napoleon Caricature Book Collection on CD
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Caricatures are typically used to express satire, political commentary and commentary on events that are important to the nation during a specific time period. This collection of four books examines caricature as it relates the Napoleon and the Napoleonic War. The collection of books are richly illustrated and expanded upon with expositions on the caricature of the day. It makes for a fascinating addition to any Napoleon buff.


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Nerve Agents DVD
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Nerve Agents is an historical educational film created by the Department of Defense/Department of the Army. It discusses the features and tactical uses of GA (Tabun), GB (Sarin) and V series nerve agents. It explains how each agent enters the body and the symptoms one experiences by its poisonous effects. It also looks at how the military can protect themselves against these nerve agents and first aid measures to use if exposed.


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Nuclear Weapons Accident Response Training Series on DVD
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This DVD is a collection of three Nuclear Accident Response Training films created by the DOD to help educate their nuclear first responders in the event of a nuclear attack on US soil.


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Nutrition: The First Years DVD
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Produced by the Department of Defense in 1980, this DVD was produced for expectant mothers and fathers. It is designed to teach them about child care and nutrition for their babies during their first few years of life. The presentation covers areas such as breast feeding, working with formula and infant foods as well as many behavioral issues that arise during this critical time in the child's development.


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NUWAX 81 - Nuclear Weapons Accident Exercise DVD
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Produced by the Department of Defense in 1982, this DVD is a fascinating inside glimpse inside the Defense Nuclear Agency's response team as it responds to a simulated nuclear weapon accident near a hypothetical California town. The presentation follows the six day field exercise, involving over 600 DNA, DOE and FEMA personnel as they respond to this nuclear accident. The event took place at the DOE Nevada test site in April 1981.


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Official Army Register 1865 to 1969 Annual Volume Collection Two DVD Set
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The Official Army Register - published annually by the U.S. Government, is the primary reference set for soldiers who served to protect this country from the years 1856 to 1969. This collection contains 109 of the published volumes. The years included are listed below so you can see what years are here and which few years are not included.


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Profile Publications: Aircraft Series: Full 262 Volume Collection on DVD
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Profile Publications - famous for a variety of pamphlets covering a variety of vehicles from warships to armored vehicles - created a fascinating collection of 262 aircraft profiles. Each of the issues highlights a single aircraft and gives full details about it's capabilities and specifications. Each issue also includes a variety of photos showcasing the various variants at different angles as you can see in the photos below the listing of all the issues.


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Recondo DVD
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Produced by the Department of Defense in 1970, this DVD is a fascinating look at the three week training program that soldiers must pass to become a Recondo (Reconnaissance Commando.) It covers all aspects of the training - both physical and mental - that goes into making a successful reconnaissance operative for the military.


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