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Brigadier General James Campbell, Lt. Col. Diane Dunn, and Captain Paul Bosse will discuss the Pentagon's decision to allow women to serve in all combat roles and how that affects the Maine National Guard.
Maple Meadow Farm shows a year in the life of the Gregg family on a four hundred acre farm in Mapleton, Maine where three generations of Country folk still work the land and forest using workhorses.
This MPBN Community Films piece is about the unsung heroism of the Lighthouse Keepers and their courage and sacrifices to keep the lights burning. These sentinels mark the waters of southern Maine’s Casco Bay.
The story of Brewer, Maine native and Civil War Lieutenant Colonel Joshua Chamberlain is featured on MPBN Community Films. He led the 20th Maine regiment in historic battles at Fredericksburg, Gettysburg, Petersburg and Five Forks.
Explore the life and legacy of Joshua L Chamberlain, the scholar-turned-soldier from Maine, whose heroic actions at Little Round Top in the battle of Gettysburg became Civil War legend.
Maine writer May Sarton reveals her life, her work, and her vision in this first-person portrait, filmed in York, ME.
When the Civil War erupted in 1861, Vermont was quick to answer the call.
The American Civil War was a tragic and pivotal event that shaped our nation. This half hour documentary explores New Hampshire’s role in the war, including some of the attitudes toward slavery. Featuring writer and television host Fritz Wetherbee.
In 2007, the residents of Hollis, Maine were stunned to discover the historic Saco River Indian Cellar was being converted into a 12-lot subdivision. This inspiring local history documentary details the early days of the park and the long, difficult journey undertaken to preserve and protect this diverse riverfront property for future generations.
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