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This is the remarkable story of the tiny U.S. fleet that staged the greatest upset victory in the history of naval warfare. Facing sure destruction off the Philippines at the hands of a massive Japanese fleet.

They invented the swirling, circling wagon train attack. They took captives...or decorated their lances with the scalps of those who fought back. From a ragtag band of scavengers, the Comanche transformed themselves into superior warriors by becoming the first tribe to tame the wild mustangs. In less than a generation, the Comanche became the world's greatest horsemen. For more than 150 years, the Comanche of the Southwest were ferocious raiders who stuck terror into the hearts of the plains tribes, Mexican villagers, and frontier settlers. They became the most feared and powerful tribe to follow the massive buffalo herds across the American heartland. We detail the motivation, tactics, weapons, and experiences of these nomadic Native Americans known as the "Lords of the Southern Plains".

Sail through the history of some of our most venerable vessels as we chart the uncertain future of: WWII liberty ship "John W. Brown", Baltimore; Victorian schooner "Coronet", Newport; sailing schooner "C.A. Thayer", San Francisco.

The slow but brutal slugfest in Lorraine continues as Patton orders his men to take the heavily fortified city of Metz.

Explore the motivating forces behind the suicide pilots of World War II. See how a culture of militarism and extreme nationalism, as well as the contribution of myth and propaganda, persuaded those caught up in the Kamikaze phenomenon to make the ultimate sacrifice.

Sail through the history of some of our most venerable vessels as we chart the uncertain future of: WWII liberty ship "John W. Brown", Baltimore; Victorian schooner "Coronet", Newport; sailing schooner "C.A. Thayer", San Francisco.

The slow but brutal slugfest in Lorraine continues as Patton orders his men to take the heavily fortified city of Metz.

Explore the motivating forces behind the suicide pilots of World War II. See how a culture of militarism and extreme nationalism, as well as the contribution of myth and propaganda, persuaded those caught up in the Kamikaze phenomenon to make the ultimate sacrifice.

This is the remarkable story of the tiny U.S. fleet that staged the greatest upset victory in the history of naval warfare. Facing sure destruction off the Philippines at the hands of a massive Japanese fleet.

They invented the swirling, circling wagon train attack. They took captives...or decorated their lances with the scalps of those who fought back. From a ragtag band of scavengers, the Comanche transformed themselves into superior warriors by becoming the first tribe to tame the wild mustangs. In less than a generation, the Comanche became the world's greatest horsemen. For more than 150 years, the Comanche of the Southwest were ferocious raiders who stuck terror into the hearts of the plains tribes, Mexican villagers, and frontier settlers. They became the most feared and powerful tribe to follow the massive buffalo herds across the American heartland. We detail the motivation, tactics, weapons, and experiences of these nomadic Native Americans known as the "Lords of the Southern Plains".

Sail through the history of some of our most venerable vessels as we chart the uncertain future of: WWII liberty ship "John W. Brown", Baltimore; Victorian schooner "Coronet", Newport; sailing schooner "C.A. Thayer", San Francisco.

The slow but brutal slugfest in Lorraine continues as Patton orders his men to take the heavily fortified city of Metz.

Explore the motivating forces behind the suicide pilots of World War II. See how a culture of militarism and extreme nationalism, as well as the contribution of myth and propaganda, persuaded those caught up in the Kamikaze phenomenon to make the ultimate sacrifice.

Based on Jay Winik's bestseller "April 1865: The Month That Saved America," our 2-hour documentary special offers a new look at the Civil War's final days that will forever change the way we see the war's end.

African-Americans have fought bravely for America throughout our history. But sadly, until recently, they didn't receive deserved commendations. This is the story of seven men who deserved the Medal of Honor for their valor during WWII, but only recently received their medals--six had already died. More than a million African-Americans served within the army's segregated ranks. Despite their bravery and courage, not one of the 432 Medal of Honors awarded went to a black soldier. Was the army racist? Did African-Americans receive appropriate training? We explore all these issues and more in breathtaking recreations as we document the stories of the seven black Congressional Medal of Honor winners. Vernon Baker is the last living awardee. Witness as President Clinton presents these medals to Baker and the proud family members of the other six.

North Africa, February--May 1943: After the Germans deliver a stinging defeat to American forces under the command of General Lloyd Fredendall at Kasserine Pass, Eisenhower appoints Patton to take charge of the humiliated Americans.

As Patton's men prepare to cross the Rhine River into Germany, other American units in Belgium are completely shattered by a German counterattack, kicking off the Battle of the Bulge. Patton is called on to rush to the rescue.