West Point - The First 200 Years
by Jack McDonald
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Actor: Andre BraugherDirector: Jack McDonald
Brand: Paramount
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD, NTSC, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.85:1
Running Time: 120 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2005-05-17
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: PBS
Movie Reviews of West Point - The First 200 Years
Movie Review: A great overview
Summary: 5 Stars
This DVD is a nice addition to any American history buff.
From the beginnings with the Founding Fathers' blessing, West Point had faced scrutiny for being a wasteful military training academy. Jefferson had approved its formation, but Congress always threatened to close the institution, especially during Andrew Jackson's reign.
And then the Mexican War happened. The first gradutes of West Point were sent down to Texas to fight off the Mexicans. Those who came out of this battle, Grant, Lee, McClellan, all ended up commanding in the Civil War years later.
To be a West Point Graduate meant you were an honorable, trusting officer. But this honor also came with its stigma.
We see old archival photographs, listen to some interviewees (including military historians), get views of the academy and learn new tidbits along the way. Cadet Robert Lee graduated with no demerits, a record that still stands.
This is not a production made to lure recruits into the academy. It talks about the history of the institution, the famous graduates and almost graduates (Edgar Allan Poe) and the many scrutinies West Point faced.
Summary of West Point - The First 200 Years
This program tells the 200 year old story of the u.S military academy & reveals its tremendous influence on the nation. The program conveys the sense of fraternity & fierce loyalty that mark the west point experience. Studio: Paramount Home Video Release Date: 05/17/2005 Run time: 120 minutes Rating: NrSimilar DVD Movies
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