Relives the grand hopes, dreams, loves, and adventures of generations of residents in Centennial, Colorado-- from their risky attempts to establish a settlement in 1795 through the politics and power plays of the 20th century. Begins with French and Scottish trappers interacting with Native Americans and follows the increasing conflicts as more permanent settlers arrive. Shows how the town of Centennial is founded by the young Mennonite Levi Zendt and his bride-to-be. Looks at the effects of the American Civil War on the settlement and the disputes between cattle ranchers and farmers. Shows the plight of Mexican residents who find their rights threatened by a real estate tycoon from back East. Examines more recent dirty politics as two contestants face off over the future of the town and its dwindling natural resources.

Based on the novel by James Michener. Originally broadcast on television as a 12-episode mini-series in 1978. Special feature: Memories of Centennial (retrospective look by cast and crew).

disc 1.Only the rocks live forever / directed by Virgil W. Vogel ; written for television by John Wilder ; producer, Howard Alston -- The yellow apron / directed by Virgil W. Vogel ; written for television by John Wilder ; producer, Howard Alston. disc 2. The wagon and the elephant / directed by Paul Krasny ; teleplay by Jerry Ziegman ; producer, Malcolm R. Harding -- For as long as the waters flow / directed by Paul Krasny ; teleplay by Jerry Ziegman ; producer, Malcolm R. Harding. disc 3. The massacre / directed by Paul Krasny ; teleplay by Charles Larson ; producer, Malcolm R. Harding -- The Longhorns / directed by Virgil W. Vogel ; written for television by John Wilder ; producer, Alex Beaton. disc 4. The shepherds / directed by Virgil W. Vogel ; teleplay by Charles Larson ; producer, Malcolm R. Harding -- The storm / directed by Harry Falk ; teleplay by Charles Larson ; producer, Malcolm R. Harding. disc 5. The crime / directed by Harry Falk ; teleplay by Charles Larson ; producer, Malcolm R. Harding -- The winds of fortune / directed by Harry Falk ; teleplay by Charles Larson ; producer, Malcolm R. Harding. disc 6. The winds of death / directed by Bernard McEveety ; teleplay by Jerry Ziegman ; producer, Malcolm R. Harding -- The scream of eagles / directed by Virgil W. Vogel ; written for television by John Wilder ; producer, George E. Crosby.