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The United States Military: A History of Heroes - Season 1

Series: United States Military: A History of Heroes
3.8
(14)
Episodes
7
Rating
TVPG
Year
2013
Language
English

About

The Medal of Honor is awarded for "conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his or her life above and beyond the call of duty while engaged in an action against an enemy of the United States." Covering the Civil War through the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, learn about the most courageous acts performed by the people who fight for American freedom. These are their stories.

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Episodes

1 to 3 of 7

1. The U.S. Navy - 1775-1914

56m

The evolution of America's Navy 1775 to 1914, from non-existent to one of the greatest sea powers in the world

2. The U.S. Navy - 1915-Today

57m

The technological advances propelled by the U.S. Navy from 1915 to present day have ensured that our sailors are an unparalleled nautical force

3. The U.S. Marine Corps - 1775-1916

58m

The origins and creation of our nation's stopgap military force from 1775 - 1916

4. The U.S. Marine Corps - 1917-Today

59m

The colorful history and evolution of the men and women of our nation's Marine Corps from 1917 to today

5. The U.S. Air Force - 1903-Today

1h

The evolution of our nation's superiority in the skies, from 1903 to today

6. The U.S. Army - 1775-1899

1h

The proud history and traditions of the soldiers who stood against our nations enemies to defended our freedoms, from 1775 to 1899

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