History DVDs

This is the story of Jews sheltered in occupied Holland during WW2. Those who lived through it recount what it was like to face systematic isolation and persecution. Children at the time, they witnessed their families and friends being arrested and dragged away, never to be seen again. Hitler’s plan to eliminate an entire race might have succeeded were it not for the ordinary people who risked their lives to shelter them.
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This DVD tells the story of the 1982 Falklands War using extensive frontline ITN footage supported by interviews and battle plans. Meticulously documenting the action on land, sea and air, this is a high quality exposition of a bloody 41-day war for a remote group of islands. Also included on the DVD is a bonus feature on the world’s secretive Special Forces.
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This film is a comprehensive biography of Winston Churchill. Produced in 1961 with his full co-operation and blessing, and narrated by Orson Welles, it is an inspired and affectionate tribute to one of the greatest Britons. It concentrates predominantly on the era with which his memory is intertwined – the Second World War. The film paints an effective picture of a war leader rallying the British nation in her darkest days, using his mastery of the English language to give hope to the vanquished and to strengthen the resolve of those who shared his fighting spirit.
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This documentary puts the infamous Pendle Witch Trials of 1612 under the microscope. It considers the accusations of treason, witchcraft and murder within the context of the hierarchy, religion and culture of the day. Academics and local historians compare the perceived threat from Catholics in the 17th century with that from global terror today.
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This is a comprehensive presentation of the sequence of events of the American civil war. Using lavish infantry and cavalry battle re-enactments, supported by period photographs, drawings and music, it is a gripping account of the bloodshed and horror that forged modern day America.
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This DVD contains two of the best documentary films ever made about the development of nuclear weapons. Together they tell the extraordinary story of the quest for an ultimate weapon - how Germany, Britain, the US and the Soviet Union battled to unleash a terrifying power they did not understand. Produced not long after the era in question, both feature stunning archive footage alongside interviews with key players. The Sunday Times described it as “the best record of the worst weapon”.


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This is the definitive history of the Knights Templar, an order of warrior knights established after the first crusade to ensure the safety of European pilgrims travelling to Jerusalem. Many myths persist about the order, including those linking them with the Holy Grail, the Shroud of Turin and the Freemasons, but the truth is almost as impressive – they were one the best fighting units of their age, set up the first bank and were perhaps the world’s first multinational corporation.
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This film brings to life the real people behind the Vikings of legend and myth. Based around a high quality reconstruction of life in a tenth century village, the film gives the view a real insight into the Vikings perspective – and the reasons behind their marauding expeditions across the North Sea to Britain. Authentic recreations include Viking ships under sail, grand feasts, story-telling and raiding parties.
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This is the definitive history of piracy in the 16^th to 18^th centuries, including such characters as Blackbeard, Captain Kidd, Captain Morgan and, controversially, Sir Francis Drake. Shot on locations around the world with stunning dramatic reconstructions, this DVD brings to life the most famous pirates in history. Lasting more than three hours in total, the DVD is split into six half-hour episodes on topics such as women pirates, pirates and the slave trade and the Barbary Corsairs.
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