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Minnesota Fire Storm 1918 |
The tragic story of the Cloquet-Moose Lake fire is recounted through interviews with dozens of survivors. Historic photos and an artist's illustrations of many dramatic scenes bring the history of this event to life. | DVD | 29 minutes | Grade 4-12 |
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Civil War History in Minnesota |
This is a fascinating look at Minnesota's involvement in the war and what life was like for the civil war soldier in Minnesota. An actor simulates a soldier to show his uniform, equipment and personal gear. | DVD | 24 minutes with quiz | Grade 4-12 |
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The Peshtigo Fire Disaster |
One of the nation's worst fire disasters is detailed. Information was gathered in Peshtigo and adjacent communities to trace the circumstances that lead up to the fire. Murals and artifacts collected after the disaster in the Peshtigo museum help to piece the story together. | DVD | 27 minutes with quiz | Grade 4-12 |
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Treaty of Traverse Des Sioux |
This is an account of how the new frontier people pressured the federal government into a treaty that left the Sioux without grazing land for the buffalo and enough land to meet their basic needs. A re-enactment of the 1850 gathering among teepees, canvas tents, and ox carts is shown.
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Mississippi Seeking the Source |
This video looks at the journey of Henry Schoolcraft through Lake Superior into what was then Michigan Territory. Other explorers who tried to locate the true source are also included. Artist's conceptions and video at crucial points help to tell the story.
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End of the Big Lie - Russia |
Life in Russia before and after communisim. Story is brought to life through stories and first hand accounts of life behind the 'iron curtain'
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Final Days of the Edmund Fitz. |
Coast Guard reports and historic photos help to examine the saga of the Edmond Fitzgerald. An interview with a ship captain who was one of the last to be in contact with the "Fitz" explores one of many theories. An actual storm shows what a crewmember may have seen.
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