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Developed by the U.S. Army during WWI, aircraft carriers have since become the most powerful vessels at sea, with more firepower at their disposal than the arsenals of many nations. This A&E original documentary takes a tour of some of these modern warriors of the water, allowing audiences a glimpse of their ferocity and potential might. With interviews from the men who have worked the ships, this documentary provides a fascinating look at how these complex, innovative aircraft carriers work, and how much they are truly capable of.

Joseph Blasioli's gripping documentary THE LAST ROUND chronicles the legendary bout between Muhammad Ali and a little-known Canadian boxer whom the Greatest dubbed the toughest man he ever fought. George Chuvalo was born to immigrant parents and raised in a working-class Toronto neighborhood but harbored lifelong dreams of becoming world champion. After devastating losses to Ernie Terrell and Floyd Patterson, Chuvalo was poised to fight Ali--who had public struggles of his own after converting to Islam and refusing the Vietnam draft--at Toronto's Maple Leaf Gardens on March 29, 1966. Through archival footage and interviews with sportswriters Jimmy Breslin and Robert Lipsyte, boxing legend Bert Sugar, trainer Angelo Dundee, Ali's brother Rachman Ali, and Chuvalo himself, Blasioli recreates the dramatic events leading up to the almost mythic battle in which a working-class underdog stood up to a boxing Goliath for 15 rounds of unforgettable fighting.DVD Features:Region [unknown]Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33Audio: Dolby Digital Stereo - EnglishInteractive Features: Scene Access Interactive MenusText/Photo Galleries: Biography _ 1. Joseph Blasioli - Director

Most martial arts programs teach viewers how to practice the art, but this release from A&E takes a look at the incredible history of the ancient discipline.

The incredible story of cyclist Lance Armstrong is one of tremendous spirit and determination to overcome life-threatening adversity. His annual victories in the Tour de France made Armstrong one of the biggest names in the sport, but what really catapulted him to stardom was his lengthy battle with cancer. This program in the BIOGRAPHY series takes a look at Armstrong`s life, from his early years to his cycling achievements to his brush with death. Armstrong and many friends and colleagues come together to tell the story, which is an inspiring tale of triumph over seemingly insurmountable odds.

A Super-8 documentary shot by Coan Nichols and Rick Charnosky, FRUIT OF THE VINE chronicles the directors' travels from California to Washington searching for empty, or near-empty, pools to skate. More of an episodic collection of stories, the film follows Nichols and Charnosky as they meet and profile skaters who find, break into, and skate the abandoned or neglected pools of the suburban west coast. Featuring well-known skaters such as Tony Alva, Lance Mountain, Tony Farmer, Salba, and others, FRUIT OF THE VINE is an entertaining chronicle of one of skating's proudest and potentially dangerous traditions.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33Additional Release Material: Bonus Footage Interviews - 1. Tony Alva, Salba, and Pat QuirkInteractive Features: Scene Access Interactive Menus

The close-knit skating community comes under the spotlight in this location shoot, which focuses on the Australian skate scene. Rick Charnoski and Buddy Nichols both worked on skate film NORTHWEST, and team up again here to fully explore the lives of those who ride the boards. Life on the road with a bunch of guys who live for the sport proves to be a fascinating, and revealing, experience, with Charnoski and Nichols expertly documenting the good and bad times for some amazing riders.DVD Features:Region 1Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33Audio: Dolby Digital Stereo - EnglishAdditional Release Material: Bonus Footage Outtakes Documentary - 1. WHEN TENTS ATTACK Slide ShowAdditional Products: Booklet

The Texas Longhorns thought they had it in the bag. Who wouldn't, being undefeated and number one in the nation? Coming up against the number five team, Notre Dame, perhaps they were a little too confident. About 20 minutes into this classic game, it is clear that Notre Dame has done their homework, as they take control of the ball six times and overpower the Longhorns with their unbelievable running power. Fighting Irish who score are Dave Reeve, Terry Eurick (who, unbelievably, scored twice within a couple of minutes), the incomparable Joe Montana, and Vagas Ferguson. This great game is accompanied by pre-game and post-game footage, including inspiring starting lineup intros by Don Criqui and an interview with Notre Dame's head coach Dan Devine.DVD Features:Region (unknown)Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33

Affectionately dubbed the chicken soup game, the 1979 Cotton Bowl was played in freakishly low temperatures that covered Dallas in ice, and features collegiate Joe Montana suffering from the flue and hypothermia. Though he brings Notre Dame a 12-0 lead in the first quarter, Montana sits out for a while to nurse a bowl of chicken soup, and muster the strength to re-enter the game in the third quarter. The pressure is on, as the Houston Cougars have a remarkable lead at 34-12. The Cougars are so sure of victory they rest on their laurels and even send alternates to finish up the game. Big mistake. The next few incredible plays culminate in breathtaking triumph and lasts even to the very last second on the clock.DVD Features:Region (unknown)Keep CaseFull Frame - 1.33