This show is about the US Civil War. It progresses from the things which led to the war, the war itself and the aftermath. In all, it's told in over 11 hours and has been shown and re-shown on American television as well as abroad.
Ken Burns' PBS series, "The Civil War", is probably the best documentary series ever...or at least darn close. It is told lovingly, slowly and in such a moving fashion that it's still a joy to watch this --as well as, at times, very emotionally draining (the Sullivan Ballou letter). It sure helped that Burns was able to enlist the help of some amazing celebrities to provide the voices for the characters. Overall, clearly Burns' best and if you can think of something better, let me know!
Ken Burns' PBS series, "The Civil War", is probably the best documentary series ever...or at least darn close. It is told lovingly, slowly and in such a moving fashion that it's still a joy to watch this --as well as, at times, very emotionally draining (the Sullivan Ballou letter). It sure helped that Burns was able to enlist the help of some amazing celebrities to provide the voices for the characters. Overall, clearly Burns' best and if you can think of something better, let me know!