Category: Historical CDs/DVDs

Battle of Wyoming DVD

$18.87

Producer: Rhino Media, West Pittston Description: This hour-long presentation includes narration describing the events leading up to the Battle, the Battle itself, and the events afterwards. Interspersed in the narration are interviews with area historians, as well as wonderful images of the Wyoming Valley and historic properties. Produced: 2005

Battle of Wyoming DVD (Denison)

$18.97

This 30 minute dramatization of decisions that lead to the Battle, reenactment scenes of the Battle and descriptions of its aftermath, also includes information on the locations of the local forts, a list of the men killed in battle, and a list of books for further reading. Portions of this movie were filmed on location at the historic Denison Homestead in Wyoming.

Gone But Not Forgotten: Civil War Veterans of Northeastern Pennsylvania

$18.87

Author: Ryan L. Lindbuchler Description: Book contains short biographies of a handful of local veterans, a directory of cemeteries (mostly from Luzerne and Lackawanna Counties), regimental sketches, and also comes with an interactive CD ROM including a full index of names of veterans with the cemeteries they are located in. Size: 8-1/2 x 11 Paperback – 192 Pages Published: 2001

Scratching the Surface

$18.87

Scratching the Surface: 1675-1975, 300 Years of Wyoming Valley History By Clark Switzer “Given the vast, deep, and rich past of our area, this project is a limited view our history. Originally created for students, we hope that the information will inspire others to broaden and deepen the search for the stories of people, places, and events from our region that have influenced our lives. We encourage you to visit our libraries, historical societies, and ask our local historians for more information. We leave it to your imagination as to how to present what you find so that all may be enriched. An online book with the same title as this video is also available. It contains links and more information about our local area. It is found at the website: ourhistoryinitiative.org. Dedicated to our local history authors who spend countless hours in research and writing for the love of the past and its presentation to the future. Running time: 112 minutes Copyright 2016 All Rights Reserved”

Stories from the Mines – DVD

$18.87

Written & Directed by Greg Matkosky Narrated by Jason Miller Description: A compelling dramatized documentary that recounts the epic human rights conflict between immigrant anthracite coal miners, turn-of-the century industrialists, and the United States Government. The film blends powerful dramatic re-enactments with remarkable never before seen archival motion picture footage and photographs to reveal how America’s ascendency as the world’s pre-eminent superpower was fueled by the extraordinary social and industrial impact of anthracite coal mining in northeastern Pennsylvania. DVD Running Time: 56:40 minutes Copyright 2004 United Studios of America, Inc.

The Lattimer Massacre…A Radio Play

$8.49

Author: William E. Bachman Description: An old-time radio drama based on the recreation of actual events from September 10th, 1897, and the 1898 trial. Hear the march unfold as told by a reporter on the scene! Be an “ear-witness” to the testimony in the courtroom! Size: 1 CD Published: 2012

Warrior Road: The Story of Sullivan’s March Through Pennsylvania Before the Invasion of the Iroquois Homelands

$33.02

Produced By: Luzerne County Historical Society, Luzerne County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Canterbury Tours and Services, and other community partners Description: Across the verdant hills of Pennsylvania and into the fertile valleys of New York, a complex and epic story unfolded, one whose legacy is very much with us today. Listen to and consider this story as you drive at your own pace, exploring the geography that bore silent witness to the events of over two centuries ago. The echoes can still be felt in the hills. Size: 6 x 9 Paperback – 48 pages + 3 audio CDs Published: 2006