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Notre Dame Cathedral for Kids
Learn about the history of the famous cathedral in Paris, the Notre-Dame and the efforts to rebuilt it after the recent fire damage.
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Nancy Wake For Kids
Learn about Nancy Wake, the brave spy and soldier who helped lead the Allies and French Resistance to victory during World War 2.
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Jacques Cousteau for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about the childhood of Jacques Cousteau, when he first became interested in the ocean, his later invention of the aqua-lung and his filmmaking adventures across the globe.
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Marquis de Lafayette For Kids
Learn about the French nobleman who helped the Americans during their war for Independence.
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Joan of Arc for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about Joan of Arc as she grows from a passionate child to a great leader in the French army.
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D-Day History For Kids
Learn about the plans leading up to D-Day and its importance as one of the defining battles of World War 2.
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Channel Tunnel (Chunnel) History for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about the construction of the tunnel between England and France below the English Channel.
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Brief History of Petrarch
Simple history about Francesco Petrarcha, who became known as the Father of the Renaissance. Great for kids or those who want a brief overview of the Italian writer and philosopher.
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Benjamin Franklin For Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about one of the most well known Founding Fathers, Benjamin Franklin, who was also a writer, inventor and philanthropist. Check out this book we LOVE! ▶ (https://amzn.to/3gLG0CM)
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Tour of Paris for Kids | Bedtime History
Bienvenue à Paris! Join us on an enchanting tour of the City of Light, where romance and culture intertwine. From the iconic Eiffel Tower to the historic Notre-Dame Cathedral, discover the timeless beauty of Parisian landmarks. Let's...
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The Discovery of Cave Paintings: Altamira to Lascaux
Follow the story of Marcelino and Maria’s discovery of the Altamira cave paintings in Spain and the later uncovering of the Lascaux Caves in France. Learn how these findings challenged early assumptions about prehistoric art and revealed...
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Lascaux: Discovering the Ancient Cave of Wonders
Explore the remarkable cave paintings of Lascaux, discovered by four teenage boys in 1940. These 20,000-year-old Paleolithic artworks reveal the artistic skill of early humans and offer a glimpse into their lives and beliefs. Learn about...
Great Big Story
Discover Miniature France, A tiny tour of iconic monuments
Step into a small-scale France and explore 117 meticulously crafted monuments in just one afternoon.
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How the Louisiana Purchase Was Negotiated
This video outlines the negotiations behind the Louisiana Purchase, focusing on James Monroe and Robert Livingston's efforts in Paris. It explains their surprise at Napoleon Bonaparte's offer to sell the entire Louisiana Territory for...
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Paul Revere’s Early Years
Uncover the lesser-known early years of the American patriot Paul Revere. Learn about his father, Apollos Revoir, a French immigrant who settled in Boston, and how Paul followed in his father’s footsteps as a goldsmith. Explore Revere’s...
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The Causes of the War of 1812: Trade Disputes and Impressment
This video explores the key causes of the War of 1812, including British impressment of American sailors and conflicts over trade between the United States, Britain, and France. Learn about the Embargo Act, the Non-Intercourse Act, and...
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Napoleon’s Gamble to Turn the Tide at Eylau
As Marshal Augereau’s corps collapsed at the Battle of Eylau, Napoleon turned to Murat’s cavalry to stabilize the front and prevent a Russian breakthrough. In one of the Napoleonic Wars' most legendary cavalry charges, Murat led 5,000...
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The Battle of Eylau: Napoleon's Desperate Struggle for Survival
In January 1807, Napoleon sought to defeat the Russians and Prussians in Poland, aiming to solidify his dominance over Europe. Despite a bitter winter and an exhausted Grande Armée, he planned to trap the Russian forces. However, the...
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Napoleon's Costly Battle at Eylau
In the brutal Battle of Eylau, Napoleon's forces faced off against the Russians in a bloody confrontation that left the battlefield littered with casualties but no clear victor. Despite desperate cavalry charges and fierce fighting, both...
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Prelude to Eylau: Napoleon's Winter Campaign Against Russia
In January 1807, Napoleon Bonaparte, near the peak of his power, pursued a decisive victory against the Russians and Prussians in the harsh Polish winter. Despite exhaustion and freezing conditions, his forces chased the Russians, led by...
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Catherine of Aragon's Brief Marriage to Prince Arthur
In 1486, Henry VII of England proposed a marriage alliance between his son, Prince Arthur, and the Spanish princess Catherine of Aragon to strengthen ties between England and Spain and against France. After years of negotiations, the two...
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The Early Life and Upbringing of Guy Fawkes
Guy Fawkes, born in York around 1570, had a Protestant father and Catholic mother. His father died when Guy was a child and he came to identify strongly with the Catholic side of his family, which was increased by his education at a...
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How Temperature Control and Fermentation Changed the Wine Industry
Syd Hamilton dedicated himself to refining the Ewell Moselle wine, even traveling to France and studying Louis Pasteur’s methods of preservation and reducing bacteria to improve his craft. His innovations in temperature control and...
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The Mona Lisa Story For Kids
Learn about the history of the Mona Lisa, from it's creation by Leonardo Da Vinci, to its path through history, including its theft and eventual home in the Louvre Museum.