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Second Serbian Uprising - Second Serbian Uprising took place in Takovo on April 23, 2 years after the First Serbian Uprising had been crushed by the Ottomans. First Serbian Uprising managed to liberate the country for a significant time from Turkey (1804-1813); for the first time in 3 centuries Serbs have governed themselves without supremacy of neither Ottoman Empire nor Habsburg ...
Greater Poland Uprising of 1794 - Greater Poland Uprising of 1794 (Polish: powstanie wielkopolskie 1794 roku) was a military insurection of the Polish people in the Greater Poland region against the occupying Prussian forces after the Second Partition of Poland (1793). Together with the assault of the general Jan Henryk Dąbrowski the uprising prevented the Prussians from intervention against the Polish forces in the Kościuszko Uprising in central Poland against the Russians.
1818 uprising - The provincial history records a 1818 uprising against the British colonial government which had been controlling the formally independent Udarata (Sinhalese: Up-Country), of which Uva was a province. The uprising was led by Keppetipola Dissawe - a leader that the Sinhalese celebrate even today - who was sent initially by the British Government to stop the uprising.
Christmas Uprising - Christmas Uprising or Christmas Rebellion was an uprising which occurred in Montenegro after the First World War. The apparent catalyst was the Grand National Assembly (Podgorička skupština) for uniting with Serbia.
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Slovak National Uprising - A work on the Slovak National Uprising by Michal Kralik, exchange student from Slovakia
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1960s Fire This Time Uprising Watt - 1960s Fire This Time Uprising Watt Our Modern Times: The New Nature of Capitalism in the Information Age The "modern times" of the early twentieth century saw the rise of the assembly line and the belief that standardization would make the world a better place. Yet along with greater production efficiency came dehumanization, as the division of ...
1960s Fire This Time Uprising Watt - 1960s Fire This Time Uprising Watt Our Modern Times: The New Nature of Capitalism in the Information Age The "modern times" of the early twentieth century saw the rise of the assembly line and the belief that standardization would make the world a better place. Yet along with greater production efficiency came dehumanization, as the division of ...
Blank Map State United Usa - Blank Map State United Usa The Journals of Lewis and Clark In 1803, when the United States purchased Louisiana from France, the great expanse of this new American territory was a blank - not only on the map but in our knowledge. President Thomas Jefferson keenly understood that the course of the nation`s destiny lay westward blank map ...
West Virginia State Police - West Virginia State Police From Blackjacks to Briefcases: A History of Commercialized Strikebreaking and Unionbusting in the United States by Robert Michael Smith, Athens, Ohio--Robert Smith uncovered the sordid practices and the extent of a uniquely American industry by reading the subpoenaed documents of strikebound companies and their mercenary strikebreakers, by digging through newspaper archives for ...
West Virginia State Police - West Virginia State Police From Blackjacks to Briefcases: A History of Commercialized Strikebreaking and Unionbusting in the United States by Robert Michael Smith, Athens, Ohio--Robert Smith uncovered the sordid practices and the extent of a uniquely American industry by reading the subpoenaed documents of strikebound companies and their mercenary strikebreakers, by digging through newspaper archives for ...
1990s Confronting Crisis Decade Refugee Turbulent - 1990s Confronting Crisis Decade Refugee Turbulent The Turbulent Decade: Confronting the Refugee Crises of the 1990s Ogata recounts her experiences and the lessons she learned as U.N. high commissioner for refugees during the 1990s. A tireless advocate for the victims of war, Ogata tells the on-the-ground story of four crises in which she directed ...
West Virginia State Police - West Virginia State Police From Blackjacks to Briefcases: A History of Commercialized Strikebreaking and Unionbusting in the United States by Robert Michael Smith, Athens, Ohio--Robert Smith uncovered the sordid practices and the extent of a uniquely American industry by reading the subpoenaed documents of strikebound companies and their mercenary strikebreakers, by digging through newspaper archives for ...
Jon Avnet - Jon Avnet Fried Green Tomatoes (Widescreen, Anniversary Edition) Academy Award-winners Kathy Bates and Jessica Tandy star with Mary Stuart Masterson and Mary-Louise Parker in this inspiring drama adopted from Fannie Flagg's best-selling novel. When an unhappy housewife (Bates) befriends a lady in a nursing home (Tandy) she hears a remarkable tale of laughter ...
Uprising : Homemade bombs rain from rooftops onto the street. Rifle fire erupts from windows. Jewish men and women of Warsaw, Poland, are fighting back against their oppressors. History's largest campaign of armed Jewish resistance to Nazi tyranny during World War II is in its full fury. "Uprising" is a remarkable story, remarkably told, a poignant and powerful saga of undaunted heroism. DVD ROM, Interactive Menus, Scene Selection. "Resistance" and "Breaking Down The Walls: The Road To Recreating The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising", Documentary, .
Prophecy: Uprising, The : The next chapter in the wildly popular "Prophecy" series, "The Prophecy: Uprising" is a spine-tingling supernatural thriller starring Kari Wuhrer ("Eight Legged Freaks," "Hellraiser: Deader"), Sean Pertwee ("Equilibrium," "Formula 51"), and Doug Bradley ("Hellraiser" Franchise)! Not all prophecies have already been written. The Lexicon is an ancient religious manuscript that continues to write itself and reveal the mysteries of the future. When it lands in the hands of an unsuspecting young woman, she is suddenly thrust to the center of an epic battle between ruthless fallen angels who will move heaven and hell to learn the secrets contained in the Lexicon! With its sexy young cast and hours of incredible bonus material, this must-have addition to your collection will thrill you to your soul!. "Making The Prophecy: Uprising" featurette; Cast Auditions; "The Prophecy" Slide Show.Deleted Scenes, Director Commentary, Featurette.
Slacker Uprising (Widescreen) : "Slacker Uprising" traces Michael Moore's 62-city tour of the swing states during the 2004 Presidential election and records the thrilling - and frightening - response he received across the country. Moore's goal was to convince millions of non-voting "slackers" - mostly between the ages of 18-29 - to give voting a try. Starting out in Elk Rapids, Michigan, in front of an audience of 400, the tour caught on like wildfire with up to 16,000 slackers each night coming to see Moore and his traveling band of speakers, comedians, and musicians. To encourage the slackers to show up, they were offered a clean change of underwear, free Ramen noodles, and a promise that no event would start before noon and no politician would be allowed to speak. These enticements filled basketball arenas and concert halls every night on the "Slacker Uprising Tour". "Noodlegate: Mike Bribes The Slackers"; "George W. Bueller's Day Off"; "Storytime With Mike: My Pet Goat"; "The O'Reilly Factor For Kids"; "Crank Calling Pfizer"; "They Worked For George W. Bush"; "Letter From The War Zone: Will They Ever Trust Us Agai...
Makai Tensho: Samurai Reincarnation : From the mastermind of Kinji Fukasaku, the director of "Battle Royale!" In 1638, the Shimabara Revolt, an uprising by Christians against the brutally oppressive Shogunate government, comes to a bloody end as thousands of rioters are massacred. Shiro Amakusa, the leader of the revolt, is beheaded and his severed head put on public display. That night, thunder and lighting crash and roar as Shiro is reborn as a vengeance-crazed demon! Lady Gracia Hosokawa, an executed adultress, aids Shiro in his quest for revenge. Soon, Shiro and Gracia amass an indestructible supernatural army of executed samurai and ninjas and lead a peasant uprising against the oppressive government. Enter Jubei Yagu (Sonny Chiba), the only master samurai whose skill and blade is deadly enough to slash apart both mortal and immortal forces of darkness!. Interviews, Original Theatrical Trailer, Photo Gallery.
Uprising: A Revolution Of The Soul : Uprising: A Revolution Of The Soul
Halo: Uprising Premiere Hc : Picking up from the conclusion of blockbuster video game Halo 2, this must-read reveals how the master chief, while onboard a hostile ship headed towards Earth, is battling against covenant forces. Collects Halo: Uprising #1-4, and Marvel Spotlight: Halo.
Flow: Urban Dance Uprising PS2 : Flow: Urban Dance Uprising features classic breakdancing gameplay and a soundtrack of hip hop artists including the Sugar Hill Gang, Kurtis Blow, and Eric B & Rakim. Gamers can compete against as many as seven other players and choose from a host of dancers that perform classic breakdance moves in one of 10 different urban settings.
Mila 18 by Leon Uris, ISBN 0553241605 : It was a time of crisis, a time of tragedy--and a time of transcendent courage and determination. Leon Uris's blazing novel is set in the midst of the ghetto uprising that defied Nazi tyranny, as the Jews of Warsaw boldly met Wehrmacht tanks with homemade weapons and bare fists. Here, painted on a canvas as broad as its subject matter, is the compelling of one of the most heroic struggles of modern times.
The True Believer: Thoughts on the Nature of Mass Movements by Eric Hoffer, ISBN 0060505915 : A stevedore on the San Francisco docks in the 1940s, Hoffer wrote philosophical treatises examining mass movements--from Christianity in its infancy to the national uprisings of modern times. His analysis of the psychology of mass movements is a brilliant and frightening study of the mind of the fanatic.
Dragonfly in Amber by Diana Gabaldon, ISBN 0385302312 : From the author of "Outlander... a magnificent epic that once again sweeps us back in time to the drama and passion of 18th-century Scotland... For twenty years Claire Randall has kept her secrets. But now she is returning with her grown daughter to Scotland's majestic mist-shrouded hills. Here Claire plans to reveal a truth as stunning as the events that gave it birth: about the mystery of an ancient circle of standing stones...about a love that transcends the boundaries of time...and about James Fraser, a Scottish warrior whose gallantry once drew a young Claire from the security of her century to the dangers of his .... Now a legacy of blood and desire will test her beautiful copper-haired daughter, Brianna, as Claire's spellbinding journey of self-discovery continues in the intrigue-ridden Paris court of Charles Stuart ...in a race to thwart a doomed Highlands uprising...and in a desperate fight to save both the child and the man she loves....
24 Redemption (Widescreen) : An 88 minute movie that will air on Sunday, Nov. 23rd in one night which includes exclusive DVD extended edition creator's cut. "24 Redemption" takes place between Season 6 and 7. On the day of the Presidential Inauguration, Jack Bauer finds himself in the midst of a bloody uprising in the small African nation of Sangala. He must risk his life to transport a group or orphans to the American Embassy and sacrifice his own freedom to ensure that they are evacuated out of the country and make it safely to America. "Making-Of 24 Redemption"; "Children Of War"; "'24' Season 6 In Four Minutes"; "'24' Season 7 First Act", Audio Commentary, Behind The Scenes Featurette, Featurette, Trailers.
T-Force (Full Frame) : In the techno-thriller style of "The Terminator," "T-Force" explodes on screen with blazing action and heart-pounding intensity in a story of human technology gone awry. In the not-too-distant future, an elite team of police cyborgs take on the most dangerous criminals. But when they blow up a terrorist helicopter knowing there are six hostages on board, officials decide the "T-Force" is finished. All bout one of the cyborgs goes into extreme self-preservation mode, killing those who want to shut them down. Now, the hope of the city and its citizens lies in the hands of human cop Lt. Jack Floyd (Jack Scalia) and Cain, the lone cyborg who resisted the uprising. Together they must track the renegade killing machines and put an end to their reign of terror and destruction, once and for all.
Battle Of Algiers (French), The (Widescreen) : One of the most influential films in the history of political cinema, Gillo Pontecorvo's "The Battle Of Algiers" focuses on the harrowing events of 1957, a key year in Algeria's struggle for independence from France. Shot in the streets of Algiers in documentary style, the film vividly recreates the tumultuous Algerian uprising against the occupying French in the 1950s. As violence escalates on both sides, the French torture prisoners for information and the Algerians resort to terrorism in their quest for independence. Children shoot soldiers at point-blank range, women plant bombs in cafes. The French win the battle, but ultimately lose the war. We are proud to present Pontecorvo's tour de force-a film with astonishing relevance today. Documentary: "Gillo Pontecorvo's Return To Algiers"; "The Making Of The Battle Of Algiers," an exclusive new documentary; "The Dictatorship Of Truth," a 37-minute documentary narrated by Edward Said;, "Directors On 'The Battle Of Algiers'"; "The Reality Of Fiction," a new documentary; New essay by film scholar Peter Matthews; "How To Win The Battle But L...
King Of The Cage, The Evolution Of Combat: Underground Extreme : "King Of The Cage - Underground Extreme" features 10 Never Before Seen events available on DVD for the first time. The finest in mixed martial arts entertainment brings over 200 fighters from around the globe pitting warrior against warrior in hand-to-hand battles of skill, homor, and art in this exclusive 5 DVD set. These 10 events, which have never aired on Pay-Per-View, are packed full of punches, kicks, elbows, knees, big knockouts, technical submissions, takedowns, and strategy. It's like no other sport you've ever seen!. All of your favorite fighters are here including: Joey Villasenor, Jeremy Horn, Charles "Crazy Horse" Bennett, Robbie Lawler, Urijah Faber, Thomas "Wildman" Denny, Ray Lazama, Mario Stapel, Brendan Seguin, Miguel Gutierrez, Jason Gilliam, Jeff Cox, Forrest Petz, Jason Dent, Aitor Canup, Nam Phan, Damien Riccio, Maurice Jackson, Edwin Dewees, Antoine Skinner, Jeremy Bolt, Umar Love, Brian Warren, Wes Combs. Featured Events: KOTC Lethal Impact, Soboba Casino; KOTC Relentless, Soboba Casino; KOTC Retaliation, Soboba Casino; KOTC Uprising, New Mexico and El Paso; KOT...
EliteXC: Uprising : "Rumble in Hawaii". Two warriors... one title! From the famed Chute Boxe Academy in Brazil emerges the newly crowned EliteXC middleweight champion, Murilo "Ninja" Rua. Fresh off of capturing the coveted title, "Ninja" immediately sets to defend his belt against number one contender, Miletich-trained, "Ruthless" Robbie Lawler! Also featured: Coming off of his legendary bout with Japanese champion Takanori Gomi, Nick Diaz makes his return to the cage as he takes on Hawaiian slugger, "Iron" Mike Aina, female mixed martial arts superstar Gina Carano ("American Gladiators") goes head to head with colorful grappler Tonya Evinger, rising welterweight, Jake "The American Dream" Shields takes on Hawaiian jiu-jitsu legend Renato "Charuto" Verissimo, tough as nails "Smokin" Joe Villasenor. Let the battle begin.
Texas : "Texas" is a documentary concert film following the band 30 Odd Foot Of Grunts from Sydney to London to Austin, Texas, as they embark on an intense schedule of rehearsals, album recording, and live concerts. Candid and revealing documentary footage provides a unique narrative of a band that unexpectedly finds itself the subject of a remarkable audience uprising. Irreverent and irrepressible, the TOFOG members, led by frontman Russell Crowe, steer a course through uncharted waters, with a wink and a grin that belies a more serious intent. Using cutting-edge DVD encryption technology, this interactive experience offers multi-strata viewing that reveals outtakes, bonus footage, song lyrics, music videos and even a hidden 25-minute featurette, "60 Odd Hours In Italy.". Featurette, Music Videos.
Wonderful World (Un Mundo Maravilloso), A (Widescreen) : "A Wonderful World": Juan Perez, the poorest of the poor, becomes famous by accident when he is seen as attempting to commit suicide by jumping off a tall building to protest against the government for his social condition. The Secretary of the Treasury, held responsible for the uprising that has taken place from the act of Perez, decides to change his life by donating him a house, a car and a job. But when other poor people, friends of Perez, become aware of his change of fortune, they also decide to imitate him threatening to jump off other tall buildings of the city. The Secretary, surprised and feeling as if he's now losing control of the situation by the acts taking place among other street beggars, decides to take matters into his own hands and declare being poor a crime, thereby getting rid of the country's poor once and for all. "Un Mundo Maravilloso": Juan Perez, el mas pobre de los pobres, salta a la fama por un accidente en el que parece que se va a suicidar tirandose de lo also de un edificio para protestar contra el gobierno por su condicion social. El Ministro de Economica, aco...
Boycott : December 1, 1955, Montgomery, Alabama. One woman refuses to give up her seat in a "whites only" section of a public bus. The bus stops. The city stops. The world stops. This single act by Rosa Parks inspires an uprising that will make history and make a leader of Martin Luther King, Jr. DVD ROM. Animated Menus, Audio Commentary, Biographies, Documentary, Featurette, Single Sided.
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