The life of the Italian clergyman who was born in the 1800s, became Pope on the eve of WWII, and died as the spirit of reform swept the Catholic Church into the 20th century.

A German rocket scientist is profiled.                                                                                                                 

Story of the women who broadcast Japanese propaganda to US troops in World War II. Focuses on Iva Toguri, a US citizen who be came known as "Tokyo Rose" for her radio broadcasts. Toguri was convicted of treason in 1949 and imprisoned but was pardoned by President Ford in 1977.

Dwight D. Eisenhower towered over America unlike any hero since George Washington. Like Washington, his feats as both a military leader and president brought his nation through the darkest days in its history, from WWII to the Cold War.

Chronicles the turbulent life and times of the legendary World War II leader who fought toe-to-toe with the mighty Japanese Navy in the South Pacific. Recalls his spectacular carrier raids, great victory at Leyte Gulf, and his seaborne bombardment of the Japanese Islands.

Profile of the aviation pioneer who helped build Pan American Airways and the US Air Force, and who was the genius behind American air strategy in WWII.

General Omar Bradley was known as one of WWII's finest commanders. This biography uncovers the history and complex character that drove this peerless fighter not only up to and through WWII, but in the critical years after it.

An in-depth account of the life of the infamous Nazi who deported Europe's Jews to death camps. Includes the dramatic story of his daring capture by Israeli agents.

The amazing story of the Nazi and war profiteer, who ultimately saved 1,300 Jews from death. Includes interviews with many "Schindler's List" survivors.