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Moments in Time Product Description Moments in TimeIn Moments in Time; archaeological finds become tickets to travel back in time; and our tour guide is host James Woods. Why did three-thousand French troops die in the mountains after Emperor Napoleon I's failed invasion of Russia? Did the legendary battle between Antony and Cleopatra and the Roman Octavius really happen? We find out by joining Woods on a trip into history. Anything could catapult us into the past: a button from a buried soldier's coat; a piece of the battering ram from Antony and Cleopatra's warship; the hilt of a sword possibly worn by Captain John Smith at the first American settlement. These artefacts become the point around which entire scenes from the past are built; and Woods offers modern perspective and wry commentary on these featured moments in time. This series (10X60) uses computer generated imagery; live reenactments; and special effects. Three episodes (#1. #4; #9) will originate in high definition.Napoleon's Lost Army; HDNapoleon's plan for conquering Russia seemed a sure thing; yet the pursuit became one of the worst disasters in military history. Scientists are stunned to discover the remains of more than two thousand French soldiers; the first mass grave of its kind. Antony & Cleopatra: Battle at ActiumThe Roman navy; led by Octavian; defeated the formidable fleet of Mark Anthony and Cleopatra; sealing their fate and creating the Roman Empire. Some say the victory was merely the creation of Octavian's propaganda. Ultimate Blast: Eruption at KrakatauIn 1883; before its eruption; Krakatau was believed by experts to be an extinct volcano. On May 20; Krakatua let out a heavy rain of ash. The eruption lasted for weeks until Krakatau exploded; leaving thousands dead and death and destruction in its wake. Valley Forge: The Crucible; HDThe winter of 1777-1778 was critical in George Washington's career. Despite his track record as a four-time loser; Washington used the harsh winter at Valley Forge; Pennsylvania; to turn things around for America's revolutionary forces. Famine to Freedom: The Great Irish JourneyDuring Ireland's potato famine in the 19th century; over a million people died of starvation and disease. Another 1.5 million emigrated to other countries. An excavation of one village reveals the lives of Irish farmers during these tragic times. The Crusades; HDChristians had held the town of Acre for over 100 years. But on May 18; 1291; Muslim Saracens besieged the city and won a decisive victory. An Israeli archaeologist excavates the ruins to reveal the interest forces have shown in this area for centuries. St. John's Slave RevoltIn 1733; slaves rose up to take the Danish and Dutch-controlled island in the first slave revolt in Caribbean history. The revolt was ultimately unsuccessful; and the slave trade continued to pour people from Africa into the island's sugar cane fields. Curse of the RatIn the 14th century; the Black Death killed one-third of Europe's population. An archaeologist studies historical records; gravesites and DNA evidence from a medieval victim's tooth to determine whether this was the same disease as the bubonic plague. Letters from the Roman FrontRome's legions met their match in the highlands of Scotland. At the archaeological dig of the Roman garrison at Vindolanda; countless artifacts help recreate the life of Roman armies - from their aqueducts to their slaughterhouse. Jamestown: Against All OddsBefore the Pilgrims; English settlers tried to put down New World roots in the sandy soil of Jamestown; Virgi

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 15 - 20 working days Triple bill of the big screen adaptations of the popular Marvel comic superhero. Robert Downey Jr stars as Tony Stark, the billionaire owner of Stark Industries, a corporation that specialises in weapons development. In 'Iron Man' (2008) Stark is kidnapped by terrorists in Afghanistan and is made to construct a devastating weapon. However, realising the consequences that this could have on the world, he builds a high-tech suit of armour and uses it to escape from captivity. When Stark discovers a conspiracy that could have serious repercussions, he uses his new invention to try and stop the villains and save the world. In 'Iron Man 2' (2010) the armoured superhero returns with the world now aware of his dual identity. Stark faces pressure from the government, the press and the public to share his technology with the military. With Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow) and James 'Rhodey' Rhodes (Don Cheadle) at his side, Stark fights to protect his suit by forging new alliances and confronting powerful new enemies. In 'Iron Man 3' (2013) Stark's personal life comes under attack. As he sets out to discover who is responsible he finds himself coming face-to-face with The Mandarin (Ben Kingsley), the villainous commander of a terrorist group. With the lives of his loved ones in danger, Stark fights to save them and in the process begins to consider the truth about the connection between him and his powerful suit. Features Summary Triple bill of the big screen adaptations of the popular Marvel comic superhero. Robert Downey Jr stars as Tony Stark, the billionaire owner of Stark Industries... Studio Walt Disney Studios Home Ent. Format Blu-ray disc Release date 20131111 Contributors Robert Downey Jr. (Actor), Jeff Bridges (Actor), Gwyneth Paltrow (Actor), Terrence Howard (Actor), Leslie Bibb (Actor), Shaun Toub (Actor), Faran Tahir (Actor), Sayed Badreya (Actor), Bill Smitrovich (Actor), Clark Gregg (Actor), Tim Guinee (Actor), Scarlett Johansson (Actor), Samuel L. Jackson (Actor), Mickey Rourke (Actor), Sam Rockwell (Actor), Don Cheadle (Actor), Jon Favreau (Actor), Olivia Munn (Actor), Kate Mara (Actor), Guy Pearce (Actor), Ben Kingsley (Actor), Rebecca Hall (Actor), William Sadler (Actor), James Badge Dale (Actor), Paul Bettany (Actor), Avi Arad, Kevin Feige, Mark Fergus, Hawk Ostby, Art Marcum, Matt Holloway, Ramin Djawadi, Justin Theroux, John Debney, Drew Pearce, Shane Black, Brian Tyler, John Toll, Jon Favreau (Director), Shane Black (Director)