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The information in the DVD was superficial and incomplete. There are a couple interviews with Crockett's relatives but there is no real development of Crockett's life. The DVD says that most of the names of Crockett's brothers and sisters are not known. However, other historical documents take this issue a lot further and identifies most of their names and presents some information about them. There is very little information about Crockett's political life. DVD says he didn't like to campaign but he nevertheless was elected and I would think his record in government could be researched and presented. What did he stand for and how did he vote on the issues of the time? Nobody knows what happened to the bodies of those that died at the Alamo. Presenting Hollywood's version of their deaths in the DVD is glamorized and probably is not history. One story that is not presented but has some actual historical documentation is that all the men were killed in battle and their bodies were put in a pile and burned by the Mexicans. This doesn't make good movies but it may be true history and is a lot easier to believe. Interesting DVD but wish it would have presented more information and greater detail.Read full review
This is a great video! I really enjoyed it. It tells a wonderful story about this famous man. I think adults and children will enjoy this video. I learned things I didn't know about Davy Crockett, and I think you will too. Steve
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For the length, it was a fairly comprehensive thumbnail of the life and Death of David Crockett. Based on his autobiography and other factual accounts, this documentary was able to discern man from legend. As an Alamo historian, I consider it a must to my collection of media on the subject. Too bad it could not have been a two hour special, there was so much more to elucidate on.
Pretty good considering no one really knows for sure what happened to Davy at the end. I am an indirect descendent of Davy and am very interested in his story. Have heard many versions of the end of his life. Lora Crockett Monahan
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