'Left for Dead' War Doc Released to Television Markets
Janson Media today announced the release of the war documentary Civil War Life: Left for Dead (1 x 50') to worldwide Television, VOD, New Media, and Non-Theatric markets. Left for Dead follows the brave story of the Civil War hero Oscar Jackson. The film is narrated and co-written by Michael Kraus, one of the world"s leading authorities on Civil War military history.
&'Based on Jackson"s journal, which was eventually published as The Colonel"s Diary 50 years after the war, this video personalizes the war for viewers as few programs can. Vintage photographs, clear maps and graphics and realistic live action combine to provide a powerful experience for those with an interest in this critical time in America"s history.... intriguing and sure-to-be-popular title.&' - Library Journal
Pain, destruction and suffering could not conquer the infallible Civil War hero Oscar Jackson. Civil War Life: Left for Dead is his story. He lived through injuries that would have overcome most men. A natural leader, Jackson abandoned his studies of law to recruit his own company of Ohio soldiers, who then served with the Ohio Brigade.
During the battle of Corinth, Jackson was struck in the face with a musket ball. Thought to be mortally wounded, the captain was left for dead. The invincible Jackson not only survived — but led his company until the end of the war, despite the lingering effects of the bullet still lodged in his head. Jackson thrived both on and off the battlefield, later becoming a U.S. Congressman.
About Michael Kraus, Narrator/Co-Writer:
Michael Kraus is one of the world"s leading authorities on Civil War military history. Kraus has served the film industry as Military History Advisor for Miramax Films" 2004 film Cold Mountain and Military Coordinator for New Line Cinema"s 1993 film Gettysburg. Kraus" career includes working as a historian for several A&E television Civil War Journal episodes and as the Northern Commander of many Civil War 125th Anniversary reenactments.
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