They came of age during the Great Depression, fought to preserve freedom in World War II and went on to build modern America. GI's, sailors, airmen and marines share their personal stories and experiences.
General Note
Title from container.
Originally broadcast on television in 1999.
Special features: interviews with Robert Bush, Kristi Negri, veterans, former POW's.
Content Note
Disc 1: The greatest generation, with Tom Brokaw -- Disc 2: The greatest generation speaks -- D-day: a leap into history -- Disc 3: The greatest generation-memories of World War II.