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- Best Little Stories from the Civil War: More Than 100 True Stories (Paperback)
- In more than 100 brief vignettes, Military History magazine editor Kelly covers a range of Civil War-era people, events and curiosities that readers likely never learned in history class, including the venomous temper of Mary Todd Lincoln, the Alabama county that remained loyal to the U.S.… [ read more ]
- $18.99


- Civil War Penny
- Imagine the history this U.S. coin has seen. It comes from the Civil War, the greatest conflict ever fought on American soil. The Indian Cent was minted from 1859 to 1909, and in this special collector's display, your penny will always have a mint year from 1861 to 1865, the years of the… [ read more ]
- $39.95


- Day Freedom Died The Colfax Massacre, The Supreme Court, and the Betrayal of...
- Following the Civil War, Colfax, Louisiana, was a town like many where African Americans and whites mingled uneasily. But on April 13, 1873, a small army of white ex–Confederate soldiers, enraged after attempts by freedmen to assert their new rights, killed more than sixty African Americans… [ read more ]
- $16.00


- Dig! Civil War Replica Kit
- Dig into the past and unearth a collection of 15 Civil War "relics" which were cast from authentic finds, embedded in a 9" x 6" frame. Find replicas of a soldier’s pipe, coins, bullets, a rifle hammer, brass button, heel plate and bridle boss. Restore and paint these treasures of the past.… [ read more ]
- $21.95

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off- In Search Of History: Lincoln - The Untold Stories DVD
- When Lincoln died, his former law partner William Herndon talked to over 250 friends for a now forgotten biography. Using his original papers, Douglas Wilson and Rodney Davis published ''Herndon's Informants'' 130 years later. Drawing on this rich new source, we paint an intimate portrait of… [ read more ]
$24.95- $21.99

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off- Indian Warriors: The Untold Story of the Civil War DVD
- In the war that tore this nation apart, its original citizens played a surprisingly large role. Learn the full truth in this illuminating DVD. Based on the scholarship of historians Thom Hatch and Lawrence Hauptman. Interviews descendents of Indian Civil War soldiers. A Native American wrote t [ read more ]
$24.95- $21.99


- Jeff Shaaras Civil War Battlefields Discovering Americas Hallowed Ground...
- Jeff Shaara, America’s premier Civil War novelist, gives a remarkable guided tour of the ten Civil War battlefields every American should visit: Shiloh, Antietam, Fredericksburg/Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, Vicksburg, New Market, Chickamauga, the Wilderness/Spotsylvania, Cold Harbor, and… [ read more ]
- $18.95

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off- Lincoln Memorial
- The bronze original is the artist’s first sketch for the heroic size figure in the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC. Daniel Chester French was born in Exeter, New Hampshire and raised in Concord, Massachusetts. It was there that May Alcott, the sister of the gallant Louisa, gave him his… [ read more ]
$78.95- $55.27

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off- Slave Catchers, Slave Resisters DVD
- This feature-length special features stories about slave catchers and slave resistance, from the colonial era through the Civil War and its aftermath. Slavery was built on a brutal system of slave policing--enforced by armed community patrols, paid slave catchers, and federal law. And most… [ read more ]
$24.95- $21.99


- Strange But True Framed Collection
- Revisit the remarkable coincidences in the lives of American presidents Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy on our Strange But True plaque. They were born 100 years apart. Assassinated with wife present on a Friday, by men who were born 100 years apart. And so much more. The historical… [ read more ]
- $29.95

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off- The Conquerors: Sherman's March To The Sea DVD
- See how Sherman's destruction of the South laid the foundation for a new generation of warfare. Travel the world to examine the conquests of history's greatest commanders. Each episode illuminates the mind and motivations of the figures who shaped the world to their will. Military historians tr [ read more ]
$24.95- $19.99


- Lincoln Framed Tribute Collection
- Hang a piece of history on your wall with this tribute to Abraham Lincoln. Displayed in an artistic hanging frame containing a 1943 Lincoln Steel Penny, a Wheat Ear Cent from 1958 the last minted year, a first year Memorial Cent from 1959, a Lincoln Penny struck from World War II spent shell… [ read more ]
- $29.95


- Lincoln Memorial Penny Collection 1959-2008
- Includes one Lincoln Memorial Penny from every year of issue 1959-2008 (50 Lincoln Memorial Pennies). Victor D. Brenner designed the Lincoln Cent which was issued in 1909 to commemorate the hundredth anniversary of Lincoln’s birth. In 1959 Frank Gasparro designed a new reverse featuring the… [ read more ]
- $29.95


- America Goes to War
- This beautifully framed collection honors America’s patriotism. Coins in circulation during the war years of the Twentieth Century are mounted with U.S. Postage Stamps issued to honor America’s valor. The historic coins are dedicated to the spirit of Liberty and include the Buffalo Nickel… [ read more ]
- $69.95


- The Last 25 Years of Lincoln Wheat Penny Collection (1934-1958)
- The last twenty-five years of the Lincoln wheat-ear cent meet in our unique collection. Designed by Victor Brenner in honor of the 100th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln's birth and first to display the image of an actual person, this historical penny was introduced in 1909. Ours are dated… [ read more ]
- $19.95


- 1943 Lincoln Steel Penny Cuff Links
- Exquisite cufflinks with genuine 1943 Lincoln Steel Pennies. Minted in anticipation of a copper shortage during World War II, these unique steel pennies minted in 1943 have stood the test of time. [ read more ]
- $29.95

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off- 102 Minutes That Changed America DVD
- The date is forever reserved for reflection and remembrance. Nothing made sense that morning. And it is stunning to look back now and realize how quickly the world-changing events occurred: a mere 102 minutes passed from first impact until the collapse of the second tower. This… [ read more ]
$24.95- $19.99

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off- 1968: With Tom Brokaw DVD
- With deep insight and broad scope, one of the most trusted figures in American media reflects on this pivotal year in our nation's development. Brokaw himself reported many of the major events of 1968, most famously RFK's assassination. From the iconic journalist and award-winning author… [ read more ]
$24.95- $20.99


- Abraham Lincoln photograph framed with Civil War Eagle Button
- The framed Abraham Lincoln photo with Civil War Eagle button is a must-have for Lincoln and Civil War collectors. The photograph depicts the American president glorified for his leadership during the Civil War and his eloquence during his speeches. The Abraham Lincoln American Civil War… [ read more ]
- $99.95

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off- Biography: Abraham Lincoln - Preserving The Union DVD
- Honest, eloquent and courageous, he risked everything to save a young America from self-destruction, and paid the ultimate price. This unforgettable program tells the complete story of Abraham Lincoln, from the rustic childhood that forged his beliefs to the tough campaign that made him… [ read more ]
$24.95- $21.99

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off- Al Capone Scarface DVD
- In the thrilling underworld of speakeasies, Tommy Guns and turf wars, Al Capone was the undisputed emperor of Chicago. ''Scarface'' was many things to many people a ruthless and vindictive murderer, a generous patron, and a wild and glamorous impresario. But to all, Capone is the most… [ read more ]
$24.95- $19.96

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off- America’s Pyramids DVD
- Are there remnants of fabled structures beneath the dark tributaries of the Mississippi River? Search for evidence of a powerful civilization said to have lived along the Mississippi. Archeology gets a fresh new face in this exciting series. Hosted by adventurer Josh Bernstein, President and CE [ read more ]
$24.95- $19.99

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off- American Civil War DVD
- This official commemorative video from the Civil War Trust uses period photographs, factual re-enactments and first person accounts bring the epic contest to life. [ read more ]
$24.95- $19.99


- American Experience: Lee & Grant: Generals of the Civil War DVD
- Step behind the battle lines with generals on both sides of the Civil War as AMERICAN EXPERIENCE explores the military prowess and political ambition of Union victor Ulysses S. Grant and his Confederate foe, Robert E. Lee. The first DVD in this set portrays General Ulysses S. Grant.… [ read more ]
- $29.95

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off- Baghdad Diary DVD
- Intimate memoirs of life within the war in Iraq make this an indispensable addition to your DVD library. These diary-format accounts transport you to the very heart of the conflict. Discover the basic story of human survival at the root of the Iraqi War. Iraqis involved in this project tempted [ read more ]
$29.95- $23.99


- Battle Cry of Freedom The Civil War Era (Paperback) Book
- Now featuring a new Afterword by the author, this handy paperback edition of the Pulitzer Prize-winning Battle Cry of Freedom is without question the definitive one-volume history of the Civil War. James McPherson's fast-paced narrative fully integrates the political, social, and military… [ read more ]
- $19.95

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off- Beyond the Moon: Failure Is Not An Option 2 DVD
- In May 1961, President Kennedy set a goal for the nation: beat the Russians to the moon, and do it within the decade. In July 1969, NASA met that goal. But no one ever defined what should happen next. [ read more ]
$29.95- $23.99


- Cavalryman of the Lost Cause A Biography of J. E. B. Stuart (Hardcover) Book
- Cavalryman of the Lost Cause is the first major biography in decades of the famous Confederate general J. E. B. Stuart. Based on research in manuscript collections, personal memoirs and reminiscences, and regimental histories, this comprehensive volume reflects outstanding Civil War… [ read more ]
- $32.00

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off- Civil War Combat DVD
- Among all the killing fields of the Civil War, certain battlegrounds have earned the right to be called legendary: Shiloh, Antietam, Gettysburg and Cold Harbor. With a level of destruction and a rate of casualties unprecedented in American military history, each of these clashes would play a… [ read more ]
$14.95- $12.99

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off- Civil War Journal: Immigrants & The American Civil War DVD
- Canadians, Germans, Irish and others played significant roles. This is the story of some of the most famous participants and their famous units. [ read more ]
$24.95- $19.99

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off- Civil War Journal: The Commanders DVD Set
- A probing look at the men who shaped the course of the War Between the States. In depth profiles of Lee, Sherman and Stonewall Jackson. Hosted by Danny Glover. Over three hours of programming [ read more ]
$14.95- $12.99

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off- Civil War Journal: Women At War DVD
- In the midst of great hardship, women from the North and South were inspired to join the war effort. Taking on surprising new roles either in factories or on the frontline, the plight of women influenced the Civil War. Women such as nurse Clara Barton. [ read more ]
$24.95- $19.99

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off- Civil War Tech DVD
- See how much of today's weaponry can trace its origins to the War Between the States. Military historians and experts detail the advances that made Civil War weaponry so deadly. Visit private collections and important museums for an up-close look at surviving examples. [ read more ]
$24.95- $19.99

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off- Columbus: The Lost Voyage DVD
- The true story of Christopher Columbus was not only one of victorious discovery; it was also marked by disaster, accusation, and betrayal. Ten short years after his discovery of the New World, Columbus languished in a Caribbean prison. There, awaiting the gallows, he plotted what he called… [ read more ]
$12.95- $10.99

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off- Deep Sea Detectives: Damn the Torpedoes DVD
- Join the Detectives as they dive on the remains of a Civil War ironclad. Get up close with a Civil War legend. Extraordinary photography captures every step of these underwater missions. World renowned wreck diver John Chatterton exposes long submerged secrets. [ read more ]
$24.95- $19.99


- The Drillmaster of Valley Forge The Baron De Steuben and the Making of the...
- The image of the Baron de Steuben training Washington's ragged, demoralized troops in the snow at Valley Forge is part of the iconography of our Revolutionary heritage, but most history fans know little more about this fascinating figure. In the first book on Steuben since 1937, Paul… [ read more ]
- $15.99

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off- Fremont: Conqueror of California DVD
- Meet the larger than life personality who fomented the Bear Flag Rebellion and helped bring California into the Union. THE CONQUERORS blends incisive scholarship and dramatic re-creations to bring iconic figures to life. Filled with visits to important sites and interviews with leading… [ read more ]
$24.95- $19.99


- General Lee with Civil War Relic Framed Photograph
- A framed General Lee photo with Civil War relic is a must-have for any Civil War or Confederate Army aficionado. The photograph has an air of formality about it, and will fit in perfectly into any office or parlor. The Robert E Lee photo is the perfect way to celebrate a man who ended up… [ read more ]
- $99.95

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off- George Custer Showdown at Little Big Horn DVD
- Explore the life of one of the most infamous commanders in U.S. military history through expert interviews, period accounts, art and artifacts. [ read more ]
$24.95- $19.99

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off- Guns of the Civil War DVD
- Ominously foreshadowing the horrors of World War I, the guns of the Civil War were the first modern weapons. [ read more ]
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