| Description |
1 videodisc (25 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. |
| Series |
The Europeans |
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Europeans.
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| System Details |
DVD. |
| Note |
DVD release of the1995-97 documentary series by Polonius Films and the Outline History of Europe. |
| Performer |
Narrator, Bob Friend. |
| Credits |
Director/script, John Dooley. |
| Summary |
This program traces Greek civilization from the Minoans to the city-states dominated by Athens. The Trojan War, Marathon, Thermopylae, and Salamis are discussed as major historical turning points. The rise of the Roman Empire and its 500-year dominance of Europe and the Mediterranean are attributed to its engineering and architectural expertise and military prowess. Emperor Diocletian, Constantine, and the invasion of the Visigoths are discussed in relationship to the 5th century downfall of the Empire. |
| Note |
GMD: videorecording. |
| Subject |
Europe -- History.
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Europe -- Civilization.
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Greece -- Civilization.
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Rome -- Civilization.
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| Genre/Form |
Documentary films -- Great Britain.
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DVDs.
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| Added Author |
Dooley, John.
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Friend, Bob, 1938-2008.
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Polonius Films.
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Films for the Humanities (Firm)
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| Added Title |
Europeans (Television program)
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| ISBN |
20418756 |
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