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Mind Control and Murder
In 1953, Dr. Frank Olson was found dead. Official reports indicated the cause of death was suicide, but INVESTIGATIVE REPORTSTM has uncovered strong evidence that he was murdered, and the culprit was likely the CIA!
MIND CONTROL MURDER is a fascinating exposi that ventures deep inside the secretive world of Cold War experiments. Hear from former government officials who attest that Olson was working on the top-secret MK ULTRA program and was viewed as a security risk because of his stated desire to leave. Examine the forensic evidence provided by Olson's skeleton with the two scientists who exhumed it, and hear from Olson's son about his own dealings with the CIA. Learn the details of the MK ULTRA program, which involved the testing of drugs on unwitting soldiers, prisoners and prostitutes' clients in safehouses run by the CIA. Finally, look for clues in the Colby papers, the documents handed over to the Olson family in the 1970s after the CIA admitted they had given Frank Olson LSD without his knowledge.
New evidence, old theories and illuminating interviews shed light on a decades-old controversy.
Mind Control: America's Secret War
It is one of the ill-kept secrets of America's intelligence agencies--for decades, they have worked virtually non-stop to perfect means of controlling the human mind. But while many have suspected the existence of these projects, the details have long been preserved.
MIND CONTROL blows the lid off years of chilling experiments, drawing on documents reluctantly released through the Freedom of Information Act and interviews with some of the victims, including a woman whose past was literally taken away. Hear from John Marks, the author of In Search of the Manchurian Candidate, who broke the story of the CIA's abuses by unraveling the mysteries contained in financial records. All the other records pertaining to the experiments were destroyed by the agency in an attempt to prevent the details from ever being known.
After viewing this important program, you'll have reason to wonder about your own thoughts...
The Unexplained: Sacred Societies
As we race toward the millennium, more and more people are turning to the past in search of faith and the answers to life's great questions. From new-age druids to members of a fringe Christian society that have survived for over a thousand years, religion in the late 20th century is increasingly dressed in the garb of the ancients.
Every summer in England, hundreds of white-robed pagans descend on sites like Stonehenge to pray to the gods of the Celts. In Scotland, an ancient order practices medieval rites that were once punishable by death. THE UNEXPLAINED® talks to high priests and regular believers of these unorthodox sects to see what brought them to their faith. Among those interviewed are the authors of Spirits of the Sacred Grove and Head of God. And go inside the shadowy world of the Knights Templar, who are said to guard a relic that could shake the foundations of Christianity.
From their ancient origins to their current resurgence, this is a probing look at SACRED SOCIETIES.
History's Mysteries:
Secret Societies
They are the subjects of controversy and curiosity. Their members include some of the world's most powerful individuals, including political leaders and the super-rich. Their goals are unknown.
HISTORY'S MYSTERIESTM delves into the tightly guarded world of SECRET SOCIETIES in an attempt to lift the veil of mystery surrounding groups like the Skull & Bones, the Bilderbergs and the Tri-Lateral Commission. We'll hear from some conspiracy theorists who believe that they are conspiring to take over the world, and others who contend that they already have! Historians help document what is known about the groups' origins and aims, and we'll see intriguing evidence that suggests that some fears about these organizations may be justified!
SECRET SOCIETIES: HISTORY'S DARK SIDE journey's through the past and present in search of clues for what is really going on behind the closed doors of the groups whose names--but not aims--are known.
The Unexplained:
Secret Societies
What do 13 signers of the Constitution and 15 presidents have in common with Duke Ellington and Mozart? All of them along with many other influential figures were members of the world's largest and oldest secret society, the Freemasons. A favorite subject of conspiracy theorists worldwide, this vast organization is familiar to many, but known by few.
SECRET SOCIETIES unravels mysteries and legends surrounding the Masons and another famous society, Yale University's prestigious Skull and Bones club. Explore tales of plots, victims and conspiracies, and hear from insiders what really goes on behind the closed doors of these organizations. In a violation of his oath, a "secret Bonesman" reveals details of some of the most important Skull and Bones ceremonies, while conspiracy theorists explore the seemingly pervasive influence of the Masons in Western society. See a word-for-word re-enactment of the Freemason's most essential ritual, and the most detailed re-creation of the Skull and Bones' initiation rite ever filmed.
In Search of History:
Secret Brotherhood of Freemasons
George Washington, Paul Revere and Ben Franklin were all members. So were Mozart and Duke Ellington. The Freemasons are the world's most famous secret society, a nearly 400-year-old organization whose influence is the subject of intense debate and a favorite subject of conspiracy theorists worldwide.
Are they a sinister cabal that uses their influence to help members and further their own mysterious plans, or a harmless social club with a taste for colorful pageantry? THE SECRET BROTHERHOOD OF FREEMASONS is a riveting investigation. Journey back to ancient Egypt to uncover a murderous legend that inspired dark rituals. See a reenactment of the initiation ritual that has remained unchanged for centuries, where candidates swear, on pain of death, to uphold the moral code and secrets of the order. Explore the profound impact Freemasonry had in the formation of our national character, and revisit the sensational murder case that nearly destroyed the Masons.
From mysterious symbols on the $1 bill to the estimated 6 million worldwide members, this is an illuminating look at the SECRET BROTHERHOOD OF THE FREEMASONS.
In Search of History:
The Knights Templar
Their fanatical courage struck terror in their enemies. Their fabulous wealth made them the most powerful men in Europe. Their secret rites inspired rumors of heresy. In the Crusades, these ferocious sword-wielding monks were charged with protecting the Kingdom of Jerusalem. In defeat, they were burned at the stake.
Journey from Middle Ages Jerusalem to modern day Europe to unravel the extraordinary story of the legendary Knights who some say survived their supposed execution at the end of the Crusades and have preserved their order to this day. Leading historians reveal their fantastic origins, and period accounts bring their legendary battles to life. Ancient documents and artifacts hint at the mysteries that surround them. Did they discover ancient secrets buried beneath Solomon's temple, and conspire to seize part of Europe for themselves? Explore the incredible history of the Crusade's mightiest and most puzzling warriors.
History Undercover: Declassified: Human Experimentation
It was rumored for decades and roundly denied by authorities. But an
executive order in 1996 blew the lid off years of half-truths and cover-ups.
HISTORY UNDERCOVER presents a shocking look at the top-secret experiments conducted by the U.S. Military on human subjects. Some were exposed to radiation without their knowledge. Others were the test-beds for the effectiveness of bio-toxins, chemical warfare or dangerous drugs. In the name of "National Security," the truth about these experiments was hidden for years. But as DECLASSIFIED: HUMAN EXPERIMENTATION shows, in many cases they were conducted for far less pressing reasons.
Filled with disturbing interviews with those who took part in and administered these projects, this is an eye-opening examination of one of the strangest chapters of the Cold War, and an unflinching indictment of government at its worst.
20th Century with Mike Wallace: Insidious Killers: Chemical and
Biological Weapons
They are the dark side of the technological advances that have
transformed the world in the 20th century. Once the exclusive domain of the
superpowers, they have now come into the hands of many nations and even some
terrorist groups.
As we prepare to enter a new millenium, a new terror threatens to replace nuclear holocaust as the nightmare of the age biological and chemical weapons. From the first appearance of nerve gas during World War I to the horrifying terrorist attack on Tokyo's subways by the Aum Shinrikyo sect, Mike Wallace traces the development and proliferation of these weapons. Learn how the various toxins work, and what can be done to protect people from them. Hear from Leonard A. Cole, author of The Eleventh Plague: The Politics of Biological and Chemical Warfare. See how these weapons have been used in conflicts from World War I through the Gulf War with devastating but often unintended consequences. And discover how America is preparing against possible assaults from bio-terrorists. It's a chilling look at some of the most frightening weapons ever developed.
The New Explorers: Declassified: U.S. Navy Dolphins
It is one of the strangest military programs in history,
and one of the most controversial. While it is accepted that the government
uses animals like dogs, rumors, innuendo and untruth has surrounded the U.S.
Navy's work with dolphins.
Go beneath the waters and beyond the myths in this in-depth look at the U.S. NAVY DOLPHINS. For thirty years the U.S. Navy's Marine Mammals Facilities were classified as top secret, but now the truth about this amazing program can be told. Meet the dedicated marine biologists who train and supervise the playful and intelligent animals. See rare footage of them engaged in mine-sweeping activities in Vietnam, and visits to Hawaii and San Diego show where the program is today.
It's a remarkable look at a daring and unusual undertaking that has pushed the boundaries of inter-species communication and raised troubling moral issues.
CIA: The Secret Files set
Out of the ashes of World War II and into the heat of the Cold war was
born an agency without limits or bounds. CIA: THE SECRET FILES exposes some
of the unwritten rules that have governed this vast organization. From
interviews with past CIA directors to the CIA dissidents who came in from
the cold, here are the secret wars, engineered coups and plotted
assassinations executed by America's legendary cloak-and-dagger crew. This
four-volume set includes:
Declassified set
Explore the top-secret world of international espionage. Fly with the
daring pilots who risked their lives to deliver spies and supplies behind
enemy lines in Nazi-occupied Europe. Hear former agents reveal how
information gathered by U.S. Army Intelligence operatives turned the tables
in pivotal battles. Trace the development of aerial reconnaissance from a
1916 mission in Mexico to today's awesome, high-tech planes. Drawing on
declassified files and testimony from agents and insiders, this is a
compelling look at some of the most important clandestine operations of the
last hundred years.
The four volumes in this mission-critical set include:
History's Mysteries: America's Most Secret Agency
When it comes to secrecy, the CIA and FBI have nothing on the National
Security Agency. The NSA is by far the most cloistered and controversial of
the government organizations, and its influence is growing.
Incredibly, the legendarily closed corridors of the NSA were opened to The History Channel for this compelling look at an agency at a crossroads. It is only the second time in history that cameras have been allowed inside their Ft. Meade, Maryland headquarters. And in a rare, candid, and wide ranging interview, NSA director Lt. General Michael V. Hayden discusses the role of his agency in today's world and explores critical issues such as the balancing of privacy rights with the need to ensure the national security.
As the role of information-age technology in government and society expands, so does the importance of the NSA.
Top Secret Missions of the CIA set
They gave their lives for their country, but their names were kept
secret for years or even decades. In many cases, even their families did not
know what happened. But now, the veil of secrecy is lifted and their stories
can be told.
This extraordinary set goes inside the CIA for a look at the missions that claimed the lives of some 70 agents. Their stories are told through recently declassified documents, the memories of CIA operatives who worked alongside them, and the family members who finally know the truth. See how a KGB employee fed secrets to Langley for years before being spirited out of the Soviet Union at the last possible instant. Meet a graying East German housekeeper who risked everything to pass vital information to the West. Follow an agent to Cyprus on a daring mission to kidnap a notorious terrorist. And join agents in the jungles of Laos as they train guerilla fighters for the war against communism.
For anyone who has ever wondered what goes on in the shadowy world of espionage, TOP SECRET MISSIONS OF THE CIA is the definitive portrait of the missions and men that shaped the Agency.
Top Secret Missions of the CIA set #2
The first double agent to give the U.S. a view of KGB inner
workings... The defection of Stalin's daughter... A tunnel under East
Berlin.... The stories could come straight out of the novels of Le Carre and
Deighton. But they are all the more incredible for being true. And they are
told here for the first time.
Through unparalleled access to CIA files and the testimony of the agents who were there, TOP SECRET MISSIONS OF THE CIA once again goes inside "the Agency" for an extraordinary view of Cold War's hot spots. The four volumes in this espionage super-set are:
Everyone has heard of Roswell and Area 51. But that's just the tip of the UFO iceberg. UFOs: WHAT YOU DIDN'T KNOW travels the world and meets with government officials, biblical historians and UFO experts to explore the many facets of humanity's fascination with extra-terrestrial visitors. Each of the videos in this three-volume set focuses on a different aspect of the story.
Few people are aware that formal government protocols for making contact with aliens exist, and even fewer are familiar with what they call for. From France (the Cometa File) to the US (the Contact Law), When UFOs Arrive examines what the official response to an alien encounter would be.
Next, an examination of files compiled by the military, private aviation companies and individuals serves as a roadmap for a tour of UFO Hot Spots. Places like Gulf Breeze, Florida and Peru's Nasca Plains have repeatedly been cited as centers of paranormal activity, with multiple reports from numerous eyewitnesses and ongoing monitoring programs.
Finally, UFOs in the Bible examines an unlikely source for information about aliens, and comes up with some intriguing leads in passages like the book of Ezekiel and Genesis.
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