MUMBAI: The History Channel in the US will present a special event, 10 Days That Uunexpectedly Changed America. This will air from next month.

The series is comprised of 10 films, each created by a different documentary filmmaker or filmmaking team, spotlighting 10 historic events that triggered seismic shifts in America's political, cultural or social landscape. Using a range of storytelling techniques including re-creations, animation, interviews, archival footage and historical artifacts, the series offers viewers a fresh perspective on well-known historical incidents while also shining a light on the impact of less frequently cited events.

Antietam which has been directed by Michael Epstein (The Battle over Citizen Kane) and narrated by actor Jeffrey Wright (Syriana) focusses on the bloodiest battle in American history and its momentous military and political implications, including Lincoln's issuing of the Emancipation Proclamation.

Massacre at Mystic which took place on 26 May 1637 tells the story of the Pequot War, the first significant clash between the English and Native Americans.

Einstein's Letter is narrated by actor Campbell Scott The Secret lives Of Dentists. It explores the events that led to the great scientist and ardent pacifist's decision to urge Franklin Roosevelt to develop an atomic bomb, a decision that propelled America into the nuclear age and which Einstein later came to regret.

When America Was Rocked examines the cultural fallout of Elvis Presley's groundbreaking appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show. Gold Rush which took place on 24 January 1848 looks its impact on the explosive development of California and America's westward expansion.