Washington the warrior (DVD) [videorecording] / [presented by] the History Channel ; written by Joshua Alper and Raymond Bridgers ; directed by Robert M. Wise ; [edited by] R.L. Shontell.
Narrated by Stacy Keach. Includes bonus feature: History in the making : Washington the warrior (ca. 13 min.) produced by Sean Dunne and Kathy Gatto ; narrated by Harry Prichett.
Contents:
Introduction -- Virginia gentleman -- Turning point -- Firing the first shot -- Battlefields and regiments -- Farms and family -- Matter of discipline -- Crossing the Delaware -- World class army -- Southern strategy -- Battle at Yorktown -- History in the making : Washington the warrior.
Summary:
Chronicles George Washington's little-known military life, from his 1st officer's commission in the Virginia milita through the difficult lessons of his youth and his 17-year retirement. Witness his reemergence as the soul of the American Revolution and see how he transformed a ragtag band of men into an army that could battle and defeat the greatest military in the world. Features location footage, re-enactments, and candid interviews with historical and military experts.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.