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The series is based on the book "Band of Brothers" written by the late Stephen Ambrose. When I read the book a few years ago I just couldn't put it down. It is without question the best book on WW II I have ever read; and this made for TV series, "Band of Brothers", does not disappoint. Each segment is simply outstanding. From basic training, to the drop into Normandy, to Holland, to the Battle of the Bulge, and finally to Hitler's Eagles Nest. Just for the record, despite what the below reviewer states (1 star); the book and this series are right on the money historically. I'm not sure what historical facts the fellow below is referring to because the Book "is based on the first hand account interviews" with the very solders that did the fighting. Interesting how some guy who wasn't there seems to feel he has a more historically accurate understanding of the events then the men who where actually there. This series does not glorify war nor does it offer and arrogant boastful image of the American solder. What it does offer is an inside view of the tremendous sacrifice these men made for all of us. Most of these men were citizen soldiers. Some where from poor backgrounds, some from more affluent backgrounds. Some with high school educations, some with Ivy League educations. In fact one member of the 101st was an all-American catcher and football player for UCLA, who played in the 1943 Rose Bowl. Nothing is sugar coated. The series depicts both great victories and missteps encountered by the 101st in their fight. I found the depiction of the training prior to the Normandy drop to be particularly interesting. It leaves the viewer asking themselves if they themselves could have endured the training and physical demands imposed by the CO's. The acting is superb, the story line is excellent, and each series creates a very accurate portrayal of the book. I strongly recommend this series, however I would recommend reading the book first. Simply an excellent book and series. There is also an added bonus; "We Stand Alone Together, The Men of Easy Company". This is a 120 minute Documentary with the men of Easy. It offers interesting interviews, insight and vintage footage of the men.Read full review
This movie is great, if you can get past the terrible language. It does have one sex scene in it that shows way too much. We found out where it was and skipped it. Other than those two thing, a very powerful and moving story. Makes one very thankful for those who have fought so that we might be free. May we never forget!! God bless America...
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Band of Brothers is a great value and is very well done. The purchaser gets six discs amounting to ten episodes about the true story of the men of Easy Company during WW II. The six discs are packaged well and enclosed in a neat can. I can see why this series won an Emmy and a Golden Globe. I would definitely buy this again. I am happy with my purchase and so I give it five stars.
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From the first time I seen this series on tv I was hooked. I purchased the book and read it. While they say it's about 40% accurate for the mens stories they did change things to compress and uplift the series. I have owned this set three times now and twice it was stolen from me so it must be worth it!
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I got this as a bday gift for my dad. He already had the Blu-ray set, but he lost one of the discs and wanted a replacement. This worked out great because it was a good deal and good quality. Thank you!
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