When it comes to cinematic portrayals of American history, the Civil War has served as a backdrop for some of the most compelling and emotionally charged narratives ever brought to screen. The best Civil War movies not only delve into the battles and the bravery but also explore the profound...
Throughout Missing, June uses every imaginable piece of modern-day consumer tech to find her mom and solve the case. Apple location tracking, Google account history, a Citizen-style reporting app, TaskRabbit, WhatsApp, live tourist cams, and even the good old Notes app are all vital tools ...
In this revered Western, Ethan Edwards (John Wayne) returns home to Texas after the Civil War. When members of his brother's family are killed or abducted by Comanches, he vows to track down his surviving relatives and bring them home. Eventually, Edwards gets word that his niece Debbie (...
Gettysburg is steeped in the history of the Civil War. The epic Battle of Gettysburg, in 1863, resulted in more than 50,000 casualties for the North and South combined. It is also, of course, the place where Abraham Lincoln delivered the immortal Gettysburg Address. The town itself is mad...
In the first major battle of the 1864 pursuit of Richmond near the city, Grant encounters fortified positions, yet assaults their front in a series of battles on the south and northern ends of the line. One of the most lopsided engagements of the war. ...
History of the Civil War, 1861-1865 James Ford Rhodes 4.3 out of 5 stars 1,105 Kindle Edition 1 offer from$0.99 #29 Special Reconnaissance and Advanced Small Unit Patrolling: Tactics, Techniques and Procedures for Special Operations Forces ...
A History of the World in 500 Maps This atlas is a must-have for history and map enthusiasts alike. Pros Beautifully illustrated maps Informative historical context High-quality hardcover Cons Larger than average size but not oversized Slightly pricey “A History of the World in 500 Maps” and...
Beginning with the abdication of Edward VIII, this docuseries explores the history of the Windsor family. Neatly following much of the narrative of the Netflix drama, this series will fill in the gaps—and tell you what’s real and what’s less than accurate. ...
Every May 22, bitcoiners the world over will celebrate the anniversary of the most expensive pizzas in history. China's submersible Jiaolong starts testing ahead of Mariana Trench dive The ship arrived at the Mariana area Monday and started testing temperature, salinity and depth for Tuesday's ...