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American Experience: The Great War DVD

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This is the story of World War I through the voices of nurses, journalists, aviators, and American troops, and through the experiences of African-American and Latino soldiers, suffragists, Native American "code talkers," and others whose participation in the war to "make the world safe for democracy" has been largely forgotten.
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This is the story of World War I through the voices of nurses, journalists, aviators, and American troops, and through the experiences of African-American and Latino soldiers, suffragists, Native American "code talkers," and others whose participation in the war to "make the world safe for democracy" has been largely forgotten.

American Experience: The Great War The Great War tells the rich and complex story of World War I through the voices of nurses, journalists, aviators and the American troops who came to be known as "doughboys." The series explores the experiences of African-American and Latino soldiers, suffragists, Native American "code talkers" and others whose participation in the war to ""make the world safe for democracy"" has been largely forgotten. The Great War explores how a brilliant PR man bolstered support for the war; how President Woodrow Wilson steered the nation through years of neutrality, only to reluctantly lead America into the bloodiest conflict the world had ever seen, transforming the United States into a dominant player on the international stage; and how the ardent patriotism and determination to support America's crusade for liberty abroad led to one of the most oppressive crackdowns on civil liberties at home in U.S. history. It is a story of heroism and sacrifice that would ultimately claim 15 million lives and profoundly change the world forever.

Producer: Amanda Pollak, Stephen Ives, Susan Bellows
Executive Producer: Mark Samels
Production Company: WGBH; Insignia Films
Production Year: 2017
Copyright Year: 2017
Rating: TV-PG
Narrator: Oliver Platt
Writers: Stephen Ives, Rob Rapley
Number of Discs: 3
Length: 360 minutes
Subtitled: Y
Subtitle Languages: English (SDH)
Audio Format: 5.1 Surround
Aspect Ratio: 16x9 Widescreen

8 Reviews
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lowell
Verified Buyer
5.0 star rating
06/12/23
This dvd was very educational
Review by lowell on 06/12/23 review stating This dvd was very educational
This dvd was very educational and covered many things i did not know about the world at that time. It should be part of history classes manditorially.
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William R.
Verified Buyer
5.0 star rating
12/09/22
Best of A. E.
Review by William R. on 12/09/22 review stating Best of A. E.
Thorough history of U.S.in WW 1.
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Jeannette
Verified Buyer
5.0 star rating
05/23/21
A history of W W 1.
Review by Jeannette on 05/23/21 review stating A history of W W 1.
A history of life in America during our involvement in W W 1, and how the war led to America becoming a world power.
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Dave
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
We could have learned so much from the past.
Review by Dave on 07/17/20 review stating We could have learned so much from the past.
If last night was any indication, PBS American Experience has knocked another one out of the park. Thanks
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Russ
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
A terrific DVD on the Great War or World War I
Review by Russ on 07/17/20 review stating A terrific DVD on the Great War or World War I
This has got to be the very best DVD you could ever find on Americans involvement in the Great War or World War I. The whole story is very interesting, and you will learn a lot about the United States after you watch this. Dont miss it.
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Kris
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
Everyone should view The Great War
Review by Kris on 07/17/20 review stating Everyone should view The Great War
American Experience has created a wonderful piece on World War I and Americas role in it. Every American should view this program to see what a heavy price we paid for our role.
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Kris W.
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
Relatively Unbiased
Review by Kris W. on 07/17/20 review stating Relatively Unbiased
Speaking as a non-history buff, I learned a great deal. And, apparently unlike some reviewers, I came away proud that my country was able to pull together and fight for an ideal.
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Ron
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
Utterly fascinating.
Review by Ron on 07/17/20 review stating Utterly fascinating.
Much more than just a recap of various battles over there, this series presented many insights into the United States home front before, during and after the war. Holds many important lessons that resonate today. Clearly, understanding the world of 1917 is hugely important here in 2017.

"...explores larger issues faced by America during the early part of the 20th century, including immigration. As a result, there's an unexpected timely feel to the proceedings, bolstered by eyewitness accounts performed by such voice actors as Blythe Danner and Campbell Scott." - Deseret News

3.5 out of 4 stars

"The Great War offers an enlightening, engrossing, and very timely history lesson. Highly recommended." - Video Librarian


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Ron reviewed American Experience: The Great War DVD
5 star rating
Utterly fascinating.
Review by Ron review stating Utterly fascinating.
Much more than just a recap of various battles over there, this series presented many insights into the United States home front before, during and after the war. Holds many important lessons that resonate today. Clearly, understanding the world of 1917 is hugely important here in 2017.
K
Kris W. reviewed American Experience: The Great War DVD
5 star rating
Relatively Unbiased
Review by Kris W. review stating Relatively Unbiased
Speaking as a non-history buff, I learned a great deal. And, apparently unlike some reviewers, I came away proud that my country was able to pull together and fight for an ideal.
K
Kris reviewed American Experience: The Great War DVD
5 star rating
Everyone should view The Great War
Review by Kris review stating Everyone should view The Great War
American Experience has created a wonderful piece on World War I and Americas role in it. Every American should view this program to see what a heavy price we paid for our role.

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