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B-29: Frozen in Time DVD

$19.95
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Item #: WB1252
Travel on a perilous mission to repair and refly a rare B-29 bomber stranded on a Greenland icecap for almost 50 years. Gleaming like a jewel, this well preserved bomber from World War II rests on the Arctic tundra where it was abandoned when it crash landed in 1947. This plane has long been a legend, and now, facing incredible ... More
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Travel on a perilous mission to repair and refly a rare B-29 bomber stranded on a Greenland icecap for almost 50 years. Gleaming like a jewel, this well preserved bomber from World War II rests on the Arctic tundra where it was abandoned when it crash landed in 1947. This plane has long been a legend, and now, facing incredible hardship, a team of adventurers struggle to bring the frozen warbird back to life.

Producer: Mike Rossiter
Production Year: 2006
Copyright Year: 1996
Narrator: Richard Crenna
Discs: 1
Audio Format: Stereo
Aspect Ratio: 4x3 Full Screen

10 Reviews
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Norm
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
Unbelievable
Review by Norm on 07/17/20 review stating Unbelievable
This documentary is the best I have ever seen Prepare yourself for a memorable ending!
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Brunello
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
Almost indescribable
Review by Brunello on 07/17/20 review stating Almost indescribable
I watched this on NOVA many years ago and later purchased the DVD. The story, the saga, the trials and tribulations and the emotional swings make this one of the most riveting documentaries I have ever seen. The term mind blowing, while usually overused, fits this story to a tee.
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Justice A.
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
frozen in time
Review by Justice A. on 07/17/20 review stating frozen in time
very well done and very gripping
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Rj
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
A piece of history
Review by Rj on 07/17/20 review stating A piece of history
What a valiant effort to save one of Americas Great War birds flown with honor and great risk during our aviation war time history. The anticipation, excitement and sacrifice of bringing this magnificent flying B-29 to life once again will keep you riveted.
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Avionics G.
Anonymous User
4.0 star rating
07/17/20
Heart Rending
Review by Avionics G. on 07/17/20 review stating Heart Rending
Nova certainly knows how to relate a story. In this case, it needed much more time to convey the real hardships of this daunting task. I felt a bit robbed of information and details when it came to the reconstruction of the Wee Bird and the relationship the party had within itself and with the air base. Still, it is very inspiring and unbelievably heart rending. I want more!
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The P.
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
fascinating mission
Review by The P. on 07/17/20 review stating fascinating mission
a very interesting show . i recommend it to anyone interested in seeing men trying to accomplish an almost impossible mechanical assignment under adverse conditions
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None
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
Frozen in Time
Review by None on 07/17/20 review stating Frozen in Time
Brilliant choice of subject, Great fotography unfortunate ending.
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Jimbexleyspeed
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
Fantastic!!
Review by Jimbexleyspeed on 07/17/20 review stating Fantastic!!
To bring such a treasure back to life under such harsh conditions is a true example of human determination. It was certainly a tear jerking end....
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Cervelo M.
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
One of my most memorable NOVA episodes
Review by Cervelo M. on 07/17/20 review stating One of my most memorable NOVA episodes
Excellent details of the technical difficulties involved with salvaging a B-29 from an ice field in Greenland. I could not imagine the hardships endured by the crew as they salvaged an old B-29. The final outcome (I do not want to ruin the story by giving details) was very emotional! An excellent story for any aviation buff!
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Red L.
Anonymous User
5.0 star rating
07/17/20
I flew over this relic.
Review by Red L. on 07/17/20 review stating I flew over this relic.
I flew over this aircraft while stationed in Greenland. In cried whrn I saw the final minutes of this video. This was a great story6 and was well documented.

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Red L. reviewed B-29: Frozen in Time DVD
5 star rating
I flew over this relic.
Review by Red L. review stating I flew over this relic.
I flew over this aircraft while stationed in Greenland. In cried whrn I saw the final minutes of this video. This was a great story6 and was well documented.
C
Cervelo M. reviewed B-29: Frozen in Time DVD
5 star rating
One of my most memorable NOVA episodes
Review by Cervelo M. review stating One of my most memorable NOVA episodes
Excellent details of the technical difficulties involved with salvaging a B-29 from an ice field in Greenland. I could not imagine the hardships endured by the crew as they salvaged an old B-29. The final outcome (I do not want to ruin the story by giving details) was very emotional! An excellent story for any aviation buff!
J
Jimbexleyspeed reviewed B-29: Frozen in Time DVD
5 star rating
Fantastic!!
Review by Jimbexleyspeed review stating Fantastic!!
To bring such a treasure back to life under such harsh conditions is a true example of human determination. It was certainly a tear jerking end....
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