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Making The Civil War: 25 Years Later
Restoring The Civil War
Learn how The Civil War series has been completely restored to Ultra HD – 4K resolution.
Q & A: Team Reaction
Ken Burns shares how his team reacted to the idea of an eleven-hour-long documentary.
Q & A: Collaboration Process
Ken Burns talks about how he, Geoff, and Ric created The Civil War film.
Q & A: Realization of Magnitude
Ken Burns recalls when he first realized the magnitude of his film, The Civil War.
Q & A: The Moment Lincoln Was Shot
Ken Burns shares the moment he and his team captured Lincoln’s death in the film.
Q & A: The Civil War in 4K
Ken Burns talks about the benefits of restoring The Civil War series in 4K.
