National Geographic movie America had not thoroughly explored the Louisiana Purchase obtained from Napoleon's France until Thomas Jefferson sent his secretary on an expedition through the territory. Merriweather Lewis enlisted his friend William Clark to lead the journey with him and in 1804 they set out to explore this massive tract of land. Eventually the pair was joined by Toussaint Charbonneau and his Indian wife, Sacagawea, who proved to be a valuable interpreter of the native languages. Lewis and Clark were presumed dead until their return to St. Louis in 1806. This * presentation examines this important adventure in American history. Narrated by Jeff Bridges, a veteran western actor. *'s great documentary, narrated by Jeff Bridges. This special program uses historical reenactment to trace Lewis & Clark's early 19th century odyssey into...

This DVD studies the dramatic true story of the settlement of Jamestown that inspired the new Hollywood movie, The New World. Extras include John Smith's Voyage of Discovery, interactive map, and photo gallery.

This film presents exclusive footage of the sunken luxury liner the RMS Titanic, beginning with her actual construction and launch and continuing through a chronicle of her ill-fated voyage around the tip of England, destination: America. Dr. Robert Ballard documents his search and discovery of the ship with the ...

* - PT 109: KENNEDY'S LOST SHIP traces the search by Dr. Robert Ballard, the discoverer of the sunken Titanic, for the famous boat manned by future president John F. Kennedy. In August 1943, during World War II, Kennedy was a lieutenant aboard the PT 109 when a...

Discover the ancient secrets of Egyptian mummies, and take a trip back in time to figure out the answers to the many unresolved questions of ancient Egypt. Questions on who really built the pyramids, the secrets of mummification, and which treasures were selected for the afterlife and why are ...

A look at the architecture of one of history's greatest civilizations: the Ancient Egyptians. For centuries, some of the most magnificent monuments in Ancient Egypt were built by Egyptian pharaohs and the people of the Nile. Large measures are taken to preserve these structures in order to keep the ...

This retrospective on * specials spans 114 programs and offers such highlights as the anthropological findings of Louis and Mary Leakey, the first American expedition to the top of Mount Everest, Jacques-Ives Cousteau's remarkable undersea adventures, and, of course, plenty of incredible wildlife footage. Narrated by Richard Kiley. This...

Tag along with *'s award-winning photographers as they document the mysteries of nature in breathtaking compositions. This 60 minute documentary is a DVD.

Standard Screen; Additional Footage; Soundtrack English; Dolby Digital 5.1 Re; Behind The Scenes Learn all about different animals, wildlife, nature, and history with this 7 pack collection of * DVD's. Includes: 30 YEARS OF * SPECIALS, THE BATTLE FOR MIDWAY, NATURE'S FURY!, THE PHOTOGRAPHERS, SECRETS OF THE TITANIC,...

This extraordinary documentary explores the facts behind the fantastical world of THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING. Released in tandem with Peter Jackson's epic motion picture, this * special studies the origins of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth and how the real world mirrors that magical...

* travels internationally to explore the duties of four ambassadors sent across the globe to represent the United States. Among the countries represented are Japan, Tanzania, Guatemala, and most interestingly Pakistan at the time of the September 11, 2001 attacks. Closed Captioned; Standard Screen; Soundtrack English

The * team takes you inside the Great Pyramids of Egypt. Join researchers as they uncover new insights into the structures that have been shrouded in mystery for 45 centuries. Witness the unsealing of an ancient sarcophagus, a remote-controlled robot penetration into the depths of the pyramid shafts,...

* takes you to stunning archaeological finds in Egypt, where you will witness unearthed treasures, tombs of the mighty Tutankhamen and Ramses, and the sprawling valley of the Golden Mummies. Revisit Egypt's fabled past and take a peek into some of the most thrilling new discoveries of recent...

* presents these two specials studying the mysteries of Egypt. Included are "Intot the Great Pyramid" and "Egypt: Quest for Eternity." Please see individual titles for further details. Closed Captioned; Standard Screen; Soundtrack English

This collection combines two * titles concerned with the history of Egypt. Included are "Quest for Lost Tombs" and "Secret of the Pharaohs." Please see individual titles for further details. Closed Captioned; Standard Screen; Soundtrack English

The Cadet Training Program at West Point Military Academy in New York has broken many young men and turned even more into disciplined soldiers of the United States military. This documentary looks at this difficult program and a group of young cadets giving their all to survive at the ...

With increasing worries about national security, the Federal Bureau of Investigation has been under more scrutiny than ever. This documentary offers high security access behind the scenes at the F.B.I. and offers insights as to how the Bureau operates. Closed Captioned; Standard Screen; Additional Footage; Soundtrack English

For more than fifty years, Air Force One has been the home in the skies for American presidents. Lavishly decorated and packed with sophisticated technology, this may be the most famous single airplane in America. This program chronicles the history of this aircraft through archival footage and interviews with ...

* presents this incredible collection of specials dedicated to the traveling sea machines that were lost during World War II. Includes THE LOST FLEET OF GUADALCANAL, THE SEARCH FOR KENNEDY'S PT 109, and SEARCH FOR THE BATTLESHIP BISMARCK. See individual titles for detailed information. Black & White; Standard Screen;...

This extraordinary documentary explores the facts behind the fantastical world of THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RETURN OF THE KING. Released in tandem with Peter Jackson's epic motion picture, this * special studies the origins of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth and how the real world mirrors that magical...

* video presents this revealing documentary, which captures one of the United States military's most prized factions in all their stealthy glory. Watch as these Special Operations units invade Afghanistan and Iraq, performing top secret missions with uncanny precision. Go inside the world's most elite, top secret strike force....

In this * production, which coincides with the theatrical release of the major motion picture TROY, scholars and historians help to piece together the legend of the lost civilization. The ancient city comes to life through a combination of remarkably lifelike recreations and profound insights. A must-see for...

Jeremy Sisto (SIX FEET UNDER) narrates this sprawling documentary that revisits one of the most spectacular civilizations in world history. Using a variety of sources, the filmmakers paint a truly three-dimensional portrait of Ancient Egypt, allowing modern viewers to truly appreciate what it was like to live back then. ...

Take a journey through *'s award winning archives with *'S MOST AMAZING MOMENTS. Experience strange animal behavior, the fury of mother nature and amazing discoveries and hear captivating behind the scenes stories about the adventures. Closed Captioned; Standard Screen; Soundtrack English

Even though they are frequently seen flanking presidential convoys in their trademark dark suits and sunglasses, little is truly known about the insulated world of the United States Secret Service. *'s INSIDE series delves deep into the inner workings of the secretive organization for an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look...