This revealing documentary provides new insights into the struggles between North and South during the Civil War. In addition to the Gettysburg, Antietam and Bull Run battles, the Untold Story also explores the western theatre, which saw some of the conflict's bloodiest encounters, such as Shiloh, Vicksburg and Chickamauga. This series also tells the inspirational and untold stories of African Americans - from enslaved to emancipated to fighting for freedom. Using dramatic battle recreations, 3D maps and interviews with top Civil War scholars, this five part series shows why the West played a vital part in the outcome of the war. Narrated by Elizabeth McGovern (Downtown Abby). Previously aired on PBS.
Civil War Documentary is 5 episodes on 2 discs - approx. 276 min.
Rare archival footage from the 50 year anniversary of the Siege of Vicksburg
12-page viewer's guide with map, timeline, profiles of Westerners who played a major role in conflict and articles on African Americans fighting for their freedom