History Channel (Television network)

Overview

Works:	8,663 works in 14,207 publications in 3 languages and 297,312 library holdings
Genres:	History Documentary television programs Historical television programs Drama Nonfiction television programs Documentary films Biography Television mini-series Nonfiction films Biographical television programs
Roles:	Assignee, Producer, brd, prn, Distributor, his
Classifications:	PN1992.77, 973

Publication Timeline

Most widely held works about History Channel (Television network)

2002 product catalog by Inc Buffalo Games( Book )
20 years of fun : 1986-2006 by Inc Buffalo Games( Book )
Chappelle's show( Visual )
History Channel visits Kettering University to talk to Richard Scharchburg : August 2000( Visual )

Most widely held works by History Channel (Television network)

America : the story of us( Visual )

7 editions published between 2010 and 2013 in English and held by 1,600 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

"A riveting adventure of how America was invented. 'America the story of us' focuses on the people, ideas and events that built our nation, covering 400 years of American history in the most extensive and in-depth television series ever produced by History. Sharing their thoughts on the building of America, and what it means to be an American, are a world-class group of individuals including Tom Brokaw, Michael Douglas, Meryl Streep, Buzz Aldrin, Colin Powell, Donald Trump, John Legend, Melissa Etheridge, Brian Williams and more"--Container

The Underground Railroad( Visual )

13 editions published between 1998 and 2006 in English and held by 1,462 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

"It had no rails, no phantom trains, no shadowy subterranean tunnels. But for those "passengers" who successfully traveled what came to be known as the Underground Railroad, there was a very real destination: Freedom. For those who failed: a return to the living nightmare of slavery."--Container

The Bible : the epic miniseries( Visual )

6 editions published between 2013 and 2014 in English and held by 1,460 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

This program is an adaptation of the Bible stories which changed our world. Each story endeavors to stay true to the spirit of the book

Hatfields & McCoys( Visual )

2 editions published in 2012 in English and held by 1,437 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Dramatizes the historic feud between two families living along the Tug Fork River on the border between West Virginia and Kentucky in the late 1800s

Ellis Island by Greystone Communications( Visual )

14 editions published between 1997 and 2014 in English and held by 1,422 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Immigrants of every ethnic background recall their extraordinary adventures, historians explore the sometimes insensitive national policies, and the Ellis Island Oral History Project reveals what the immigration experience was actually like. Features rare photographs and film

Desperate crossing : the untold story of the Mayflower( Visual )

9 editions published between 2006 and 2010 in English and held by 1,326 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

From their self-imposed exile in Holland to their perilous crossing of the Atlantic, to their first year in the new world, Desperate Crossing is the definitive story of how the Pilgrims came to live and prosper in an unfamiliar land

A History of Britain : The Complete Collection by Simon Schama( Visual )

23 editions published between 2000 and 2008 in English and held by 1,254 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Simon Schama's 15-episode (over 3 series) history of Great Britain from 3100 B.C. through the 20th century

The French Revolution( Visual )

11 editions published between 2005 and 2010 in English and held by 1,254 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

"'The French Revolution' is a ... documentary that encapsulates this heady (and often headless) period in Western civilization. With dramatic reenactments, paintings from the era, and revealing accounts from journals and expert historians, 'The French Revolution' vividly unfurls in a maelstrom of violence. King Louis XVI, Marie Antoinette, Maximilien Robespierre, and Napoleon Bonaparte lead a cast of thousands ..."--Container

Life after people( Visual )

20 editions published between 2008 and 2009 in English and Spanish and held by 1,196 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Limited public performance rights

Lincoln by Bill Stonebarger( Visual )

8 editions published between 2005 and 2011 in English and held by 1,149 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Filmed as if through the president's own eyes, Lincoln goes deeper than any documentary has before to reveal the troubled depths behind the man known as the Great Emancipator. Interviewed in Lincoln are Jean H. Baker, Michael Burlingame, Jennifer Fleischner, Harold Holzer, Jan Morris, Mathew Pinsker, Joshua Wol Shenk, Andrew Solomon, Gore Vidal, Ted Widmer, Douglas Wilson and Jay Winik

Page One : Inside the New York Times( Visual )

6 editions published between 2011 and 2015 in English and held by 1,127 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

This documentary chronicles the transformation of The New York Times newsroom and the inner workings of the Media Desk, as the Internet redefines the media industry by surpassing print as the main source of news. At the heart of the film is the burning question on the minds of everyone who cares about a rigorous American press, Times lover or not: what will happen if the fast-moving future of media leaves behind the fact-based, original reporting that helps to define our society? This up-close look at factors and actors that produce the "daily miracle" of a great news organization is a nuanced portrait of journalists continuing to produce extraordinary work under increasingly difficult circumstances

10 days that unexpectedly changed America( Visual )

5 editions published in 2006 in English and held by 1,124 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Massacre at Mystic: The first time the English settlers engaged in the slaughter of Native Americans after years of relatively peaceful coexistence. Shays' Rebellion: A violent protest against dept collection and taxation motivated George Washington to come out of retirement to help strengthen the fragile new nation which led to the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Gold rush: The discovery of gold spurred tremendous financial and physical growth throughout the West. Antietam: On September 17, 1862, there were 23,000 casualties on both sides of this Civil War battle, making this the bloodiest day in American History. The Union victory enabled President Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation, making foreign support of the Confederacy all but impossible. The homestead strike: Harsh working conditions at Carnegie's Homestead steel mill led to a union strike. Murder at the fair: Set against the backdrop of the 1901 World's Fair, the assassination of President William McKinley ushered in a new Progressive Era under the presidency of Theodore Roosevelt. Scopes: The courtroom battle between William Jennings Bryan and Clarence Darrow over the teaching of evolution in a small Tennessee town underscored a deep schism within the American psyche. Einstein's letter: Albert Einstein's letter to FDR urged the development of an unthinkably powerful new weapon. When America was rocked: Elvis Presley's appearance on The Ed Sullivan show on September 9, 1956, signified a whole new culture that involved teenage independence, sexuality, race relations and a new form of music. Freedom summer: In 1864, three Civil Rights workers were murdered by the Ku Klux Klan in Mississippi

The greatest stories never told : 100 tales from history to astonish, bewilder, & stupefy by Rick Beyer( Book )

5 editions published between 2003 and 2008 in English and held by 1,054 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A collection of entertaining and little-known stories about events that changed the course of history, covering a period of two thousand years

Inside Islam( Visual )

12 editions published in 2002 in English and Arabic and held by 1,018 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

It is the second largest religion in the world. Its name is derived from the word for peace, yet to many Westerners, it is synonymous with violence and terror. Widely practiced and equally widely misunderstood, Islam is a religion that has been at the heart of human experience for well over a thousand years. In the world after September 11th, it is especially critical to understand the origins and practice of Islam, and its role in the world today. This balanced, objective introduction to the great faith traces its roots back to the Hebrew Bible and explains the main tenets of Islam: the Five Pillars that all Muslims must adhere to. Discover what the Qur'an has to say about war, violence and suicide, and see how these words have been co-opted by extremists. Running time 93 minutes, with commentary from September 2001 for 9 minutes after

Last stand of the 300 by David W Padrusch( Visual )

7 editions published between 2007 and 2010 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 1,006 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

An examination of the Battle of Thermopylae, in which 300 Spartan soldiers held off the entire Persian military for seven full days. Uses digital animation and live reenactments to explain the tactics that allowed the outnumbered Greeks to stall their mighty foes

How the earth was made( Visual )

6 editions published between 2007 and 2012 in English and held by 999 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Examines the origin and geological evolution of the earth, focusing on the various cataclysmic transformations that occurred through time

Vikings by Michael Hirst( Visual )

5 editions published in 2015 in English and held by 992 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Prepare to raid and wage battle once again, in an ancient kingdom dominated by vengeance, lust and thrilling conquest. The gripping family saga of Ragnar, Rollo, Lagertha and Bjorn continues as loyalties are questioned and bonds of blood are tested. Now king of his people, Ragnar remains a restless wanderer, leading his band of Norse warriors on epic adventures from the shores of Essex to the mythical city of Paris. But stunning betrayals and hidden dangers will test Ragnar's courage and strength like never before

Founding fathers by A & E Television Network( Visual )

10 editions published between 2000 and 2011 in English and held by 974 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

They were the most legendary and respected politicians, statesmen and warriors of history's first republic since the days of ancient Rome. They were also traitors and smugglers, rabble rousers and hot-heads, unfaithful husbands and prodigious drinkers. Our "Founding Fathers" were, in fact, human beings. Gain a fascinating glimpse behind the images on the marble busts and faces on our dollar bills and pocket change

Founding brothers( Visual )

6 editions published between 2002 and 2012 in English and held by 930 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Volume 1 begins with a look at two of the many crises faced by George Washington during his term as America's first president. At a time when any conflict had the potential to dissolve the fragile union, Washington surrounded himself with brilliant men who were bound by their undying devotion to America, but who were often bitterly divided about how best to serve their common cause. Volume 2 explores the ideological conflict that existed between Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton and highlights Washington's farewell address. Volume 3 portrays the bitterly contested presidential election of 1796 and the difficult administration of John Adams. Volume 4 concludes with the poignant tale of the reconciliation between Adams and Jefferson, and the story of the famous duel between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr

The Crusades : crescent & the cross by Mark Lewis( Visual )

10 editions published between 2005 and 2013 in English and held by 918 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Presents the epic battle between two Middle Age superpowers: the Christian Crusaders and the Muslims. Fought over two centuries, the conflict decided the fate of the Holy Land of the Middle East. Only a tiny strip of land, just a few hundred miles long, it contained the ultimate prize: the city of Jerusalem. This documentary tells the story of the key personalities of the First, Second, and Third Crusades, the popes, kings, sultans, and knights who, in the name of God, ruthlessly fought for land and power. Experience the murder, treachery, and bloodshed of this legendary chapter of history through the eyes of key historical figures such as Richard the Lionheart, Saladin, King Louis VII, and Nur al-Din