First in a three-part series in which acclaimed documentary filmmakers present ten pivotal moments in American history and their often unforeseen repercussions. This segment of four documentary films tells of four events in early U.S. history. The Pequot War, a massacre in Mysic, Conn. on May 26, 1637, set the pattern of possessing Indian land in America. Shays' Rebellion (Jan. 25, 1787) was a protest against debt collection and taxation practices...

Behind the impenetrable veil of secrecy, this compelling documentary explores the origins, practices and influences of the infinitely fascinating, wildly misunderstood organization.

Wild Bill Hickock, Doc Holiday, Jesse James, Billy the Kid and more deceased greats of the untamed West get a last chance to undo their violent pasts in a mysterious town that's West of the Pecos and south of Eternity.

Examines the key military and political decisions that have determined the course of the Iraq war, from President Bush's "Axis of Evil" declaration through negotiation, invasion, "Mission Accomplished" and beyond. Experts analyze the design of the war plan and the new technology used in combat such as the F-117 Nighthawk stealth fighter, B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, and Stryker combat vehicles. Frontline footage illuminates key events of the war, including...

Marlon Brando, Johnny Depp, Steve McQueen, and James Dean. All show a reluctance to fit the Hollywood mold and set the standard for what's cool. They're physically gorgeous outsiders - men that women wanted to be with and men simply wanted to be. These original anti-heroes with their naturalist approach to acting are American originals - outcasts, misfits, undeniable stars, and all, irresistible mavericks.