Title:
Decisive battles. The ancient world : 13 defining moments from the rise and fall of the Roman Empire to the struggle over the Persian Empire / The History Channel ; produced by David Paradine Television, Inc. for the History Channel Network Productions ; producer, Allan Sherwin.
ISBN:
9780767091596
9780767091602
9780767091619
9780767091626
Publication Information:
New York, NY : A&E Home Video, [2006]
New York, NY : Distributed by New Video
©2006
Physical Description:
3 videodiscs (approximately 380 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
General Note:
Documentary.
Title from container.
Originally produced in 2004.
Special features: "Ancient mysteries: the secret life of King Ramses II" documentary; "Foot soldier: the Greeks" documentary.
DVD; Dolby Digital stereo.
Contents:
Disc 1: The gothic invasion of Rome ; Hail Caesar! ; Herman the German ; Marathon ; Ramses II -- Disc 2: Spartacus ; Thermopylae ; Atilla the Hun ; The birth of the Roman Empire ; Boudicca: warrior queen -- Disc 3: Cannae ; Crassus: Rich man, poor man ; Gaugamela.
Summary:
Examines moments that altered the course of history and shaped the modern world. Gives a comprehensive account of the famed leaders and brilliant military tactics that changed history. Visit locations around the world to examine what is known of these legendary encounters. Witness recreations of the crucial battles of Rome and beyond - from Cannae to Marathon to Thermopylae - and follow some of the greatest warriors of all time, including Hannibal, Spartacus, and Attila the Hun.
Personal Subject:
Genre:
Added Title:
Secret life of King Ramses II.
Greeks.
Performer:
Host, Matthew Settle.
OCLC Number:
ocm74908535
Availability:
Eagan - Wescott~1
