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Military honor ceremonies are an integral part of life in the armed forces, used to both to honor the achievements of the living and to memorialize the sacrifices of the dead. But where do these ceremonies originate from, and how are they conducted in a modern military? Produced by the Army at the height of the Vietnam War, "Honors" traces the evolution of the military honor guard from medieval times to present day. Neatly divided into two parts, this vintage training film walks soldiers...

It is an order that any American Marine will be familiar with -- "Land the landing force!" From its inception during the Revolutionary War, amphibious landings have been an integral part of U.S. Marine Corps doctrine. From 18th century raids on hostile Caribbean bases to the island hopping campaign that won World War II in the Pacific, the Navy and Marines perfected the complex art of amphibious warfare. This special edition contains two vintage informational films, both bearing the same...

Beginning with Penobscot Bay and continuing eastwards to the Canadian border, the "downeast" area of Maine is a rugged, often desolate region. Sparsely populated and largely undeveloped, it is a place of rocky shorelines, vast blueberry barrens and a scattered assortment of small towns and villages. But downeast is also a region of spectacular, unparalleled beauty, as captured from a bird's eye view in "Over Downeast Maine". Using helicopter-mounted cameras, this film captures the breathtaking...

Ralph Stanley is a musician, a genealogist, a historian and an acclaimed storyteller. But more than anything, this Mount Desert Island native is a master boat builder. In particular, Ralph has a special genius for constructing beautiful - yet durable -- wooden vessels, something for which he was won national acclaim and recognition. This captivating documentary tells the story of Ralph Stanley's life as a boat builder, from his childhood spent watching ships in the harbor to his work with his...

It is one of America's most diverse, yet compact, national parks. It is a place of rocky shorelines, deep forests and the tallest mountain on the Atlantic coast, and from its founding in the early twentieth century, the beauty of Maine's Acadia National Park has entranced generations of visitors. Hosted by Jack Perkins (of A&E's "Biography" series), this documentary is a look at one of America's favorite destinations, and a tribute to the men and women who keep and preserve it. Featuring...

They are the workhorses of the U.S. Navy. Fast, versatile and heavily armed, destroyers have been the backbone of U.S. naval operations since the early 20th century when the USS Bainbridge -- the nation's first "torpedo boat destroyer" -- was commissioned. Narrated by Jack Webb ("Dragnet"), this vintage documentary traces the evolving role of the destroyer in the U.S. fleet, showing how this tough and infinitely adaptable class of ship still plays an essential role in America's naval...

As the temperatures grow colder and the days shorter, New England's autumn foliage comes into its full glory, bathing the woods in beautiful hues of orange, yellow and red. Nowhere is this season more spectacular than in Maine's Acadia National Park. But while most autumn visitors to Acadia must be content to view this magnificent sight from eye level, this special documentary presentation gives viewers the chance to see the park's foliage from a bird's eye view. Swooping between mountains,...

Join cookbook authors Terry Hope Romero, Toni Fiore, and Miyoko Schinner as they share their favorite vegan recipes. Whether they're whipping up a hearty shepherd's pie or some mouth-watering mushroom tacos, this phenomenal cooking show demonstrates how a plant-based diet can not only be healthful and eco-friendly, but delicious as well. "Vegan Mashup" brings a fresh taste to some beloved traditional dishes, and shows how easy it is to introduce delectable plant-based meals into any home...

The U.S. Navy emerged from World War II as the most powerful blue water force ever to sail the globe. Yet, when America entered into the Vietnam conflict, naval planners realized that the massive ships of the fleet were not well suited for some of the missions that the Navy would need to undertake in the country. South Vietnam not only possessed a long and vulnerable coastline, but it also had countless miles of inland waterways. In response to these challenges, the military launched Operation...

How magical would it be, we might sometimes ask, to soar like an eagle, gazing down upon a land we love? "High on Maine" answers that question by giving us our eagle's wings. Using helicopter mounted cameras, this breathtaking documentary shows us the state of Maine as it looks from the sky. From the dappled islands of the south coast to the rocky, foggy shores of the east, and from the fertile fields of the far north to the mountains and lakes of the majestic west, this is truly Maine as you...

It was thousands of years ago that nature began the slow work of creation. Glaciers slashed into the landscape, carving out a small, mountainous piece of land along the coast of what would one day be Maine. That island -- a place of dazzling and unique beauty - would eventually be called Mount Desert. In the early twentieth century, men and women of foresight and dedication began the process of preserving this wonder of nature. Their efforts would culminate in the creation of Acadia National...

Many visitors see Maine's Acadia National Park from the ground or from the sea. Many more see Acadia from on high, perched atop one of Mount Desert Island's numerous mountains. But now, for the first time, you will have a chance to see Acadia from a bird's eye view. Swooping between mountains, down valleys and over rocky shorelines, "Over Acadia" uses helicopter-mounted cameras to capture the breathtaking sights of this extraordinary place. No matter where in the world you may be, this...