World War I: Germans Attack U.S. Navy Boats (2:31)
In this History Rewind video clip, take a step back in time to the beginning of World War 1. The repeated sinking of American ships caused the President to declare war. Watch the historic black and white footage of some of the attacks.
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World War I: Germans Attack U.S. Navy Boats
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In this History Rewind video clip, take a step back in time to the beginning of World War 1. The repeated sinking of American ships caused the President to declare war. Watch the historic black and white footage of some of the attacks.
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U-Boats Sink the Lusitania in 1915
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When Germany torpedoes a British passenger ship believed to be smuggling arms, anger at the resulting American deaths increases pressure on President Wilson to enter World War I.
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Allied Invasion of Italy
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In September, 1943, Italy surrendered unconditionally to the Allies, while German forces quickly occupied north and central Italy. Aided by the Germans, Mussolini escaped from prison and established a puppet republic in northern Italy. Meanwhile, the new Italian government declared war on Germany, and Italy was recognized by the Allies as a cobelligerent. The Allied Italian campaign was a slow, grueling, and costly struggle. The fall of Rome in July, 1944 was followed by a stalemate. In April, 1945, partisans captured and summarily executed Mussolini. In May, 1945, the Germans surrendered.
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Battle 360: Life Aboard the Enterprise
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In this History 360 video clip, take a look at how life was aboard the USS Enterprise aircraft carrier. Listen to marines as they describe the daily life living aboard the ship and their descriptions of the many attacks.
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Battle 360: Meet the Men
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In this USS Enterprise video short, from History 360, we reflect on the history of the USS Enterprise, and meet the proud men who worked on the massive navy ship. Many joined during the time of the depression when no other job could be found.
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Battle 360: Sea Soldiers Marines
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In this Marine video clip from The History Channel, learn about the history of the US Marine Core. Ex Marines are interviewed and they talk about their different experiences as a marine.
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Battle 360: The Crew
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In this Battle 360 video clip, we go aboard the Enterprise to take a look at some of the crew that keep the ship going. Take a look at some of the young men who come from all across America to live on the Enterprise year round.
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Operation Ten-Go
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Discover the suspenseful story of Japan's Yamato as it launches a suicide mission, Operation Ten-Go, by attempting to attack Americans at Okinawa.
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USS Arizona Under Attack at Pearl Harbor
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On December 7, 1941, the Japanese sunk the USS Arizona in Pearl Harbor, killing more than 1,100 American soldiers. Did anyone aboard the Arizona survive? Find out more. From "Hero Ships."
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USS Laffey Under Attack
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What was it like to be onboard an American military ship under attack during World War II? Find out firsthand with a behind-the-scenes account from a serviceman on the USS Laffey who lived to tell the story. From "Hero Ships."
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Franklin D. Roosevelt Delivers D-Day Prayer
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In a national radio broadcast on June 6, 1944, as 160,000 Allied troops land in Normandy in an attempt to liberate France, President Franklin D. Roosevelt asks America to join him in a prayer.
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Allies Liberate Bastogne
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In a broadcast on December 29, 1944, Gen. Anthony C. McAuliffe recounts the 101st Airborne’s victory against overwhelming odds at Bastogne, Belgium.
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War Report on B-29 Use
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Brig. Gen. H.S. Hansell delivers a report in June 1944 on American B-29 bomber strikes against Germany and Japan.
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U.S. Goals in World War II
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Audio Clip (0:31)
In his speech delivered July 23, 1942, Secretary of State Cordell Hull explains the aims of the United States in World War II.
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Reagan Speaks on 40th Anniversary of D-Day
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On June 6, 1984, in Normandy, France, President Ronald Reagan honors the heroes of D-Day, a pivotal moment during World War II.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt Encourages Greek Resistance
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On June 10, 1943, the United States transferred a 173-foot anti-submarine patrol ship named King George II to Greece to aid in their resistance efforts. At the ceremony, President Franklin D. Roosevelt expresses hope that Greece will soon be liberated from the control of Axis powers.
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Ford Offers Clemency to Draft Evaders
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On September 16, 1974, President Gerald Ford signed a proclamation that would offer Vietnam War draft evaders the chance to earn clemency by performing alternative service for their country. In a speech to the American people, Ford defends his decision as one that's best for the nation.
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Nixon Orders Invasion of Cambodia
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On April 30, 1970, President Richard Nixon asks the American people to support his decision to send troops into Cambodia in response to North Vietnam’s invasion of the country.
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Nixon on Vietnam War
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On March 26, 1971, President Richard Nixon holds a meeting in the Oval Office with his National Security Council to discuss the war in Vietnam. The meeting is secretly recorded. Among the many topics he raises, Nixon recounts a prior conversation with House majority leader Hale Boggs on setting a date for the final withdrawal of U.S. forces.
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Battle for the Marshall Islands
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In a live recording, Sgt. Fred Walker gives a blow-by-blow description of a battle with Japanese forces as he lands on one of the Marshall Island atolls in the Pacific with the Marines Fifth Amphibian Corps in 1944.
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