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Introduction to Native American History: Ep 1 of Crash Course Native American History
Native American history didn’t begin in 1492, and it didn’t end in 1900. It stretches back thousands and thousands of years and extends into the present – and the future – of the United States. In our first episode of Crash Course Native...
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What the British monarchy could look like under King Charles
King Charles has previously hinted at his preference for a slimmed-down version of the British monarchy. David Common breaks down what that could look like.
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Indigenous communities hope new monarch brings new vision
Some Indigenous people say they are excited to see what the future holds with King Charles as Canada’s new head of state, and hope the new monarch will help Canada meet its treaty obligations.
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NDP calls on Trudeau to force Randy Boissonnault to resign from cabinet
An NDP MP says Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault must resign from cabinet over questions about his past business dealings and claims of Indigenous heritage. Blake Desjarlais told reporters 'pretendianism' hurts Indigenous business...
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Boissonnault 'unequivocally' sorry for confusion over Indigenous family links
Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault apologized Friday for 'not being as clear' as he says he could have been about his family history. Boissonnault said he was adopted into an Indigenous family, but he himself never claimed Indigenous...
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Information About The Ice Age Horse
The skeletal remains of a horse unearthed in Utah thought to date to the last ice age are actually much younger.
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What We Knew About The Ice Age Horse
The skeletal remains of a horse unearthed in Utah thought to date to the last ice age are actually much younger.
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The Native Americans of North America
Discover the amazing cultures and histories of the Native American peoples of North America. For thousands of years, different nations and tribes lived across forests, plains, deserts, and coasts, each with their own unique traditions,...
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Ethics in Archeology
Archeological excavation is an inherently destructive process. And for a long time, archeology was practiced unethically. One egregious practice was the taking of human remains from communities who did not want to be disturbed. Good...
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Navajo Tribe History | Native American History Documentary
In this short Navajo documentary we will get to know the Navajo tribe history, their traditions, Native American wars etc... The Navajo people settled in the American southwest around 1400-1500 AD. They migrated from Alaska and western...
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Explorers: Coming to North America
An explorer is someone who travels to places they have not been to before, to learn about them. In this video, meet the explorers who came to the place we now call the United States.
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The Indian Appropriation Acts
The Appropriations Acts of 1851 and 1871 led to the creation of government-run boarding schools, where hundreds of thousands of Indigenous children were forcibly assimilated into White society.
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The California Missions
The California Missions are a long-lasting legacy of Spanish colonization in the Americans. Built to spread Catholicism among Indigenous communities, they still exist today.
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Indigenous People before the 13 Colonies
Long before European settlers arrived in North America, the continent was richly populated by many different Indigenous Peoples. In this video, learn about the lives of these original inhabitants.
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The Mayflower
The arrival of the Mayflower on the shores of Cape Cod in 1620 signaled the beginning of a new age of European colonization in North America. But why did the Pilgrims and Strangers want to migrate to the New World? Who were they? And...
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The Dawes Act 1887
The Dawes Act of 1887 empowered the federal government to divide Indigenous lands into plots, leading to the displacement of thousands and the loss of Indigenous sovereignty.
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The Oklahoma Land Rush
The 1889 Oklahoma Land Rush triggered one of the largest migrations in U.S. history, as tens of thousands vied for new land, impacting Indigenous sovereignty and shaping the state.
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U.S. Settlement: Growth and Conflict
The mid-1800s saw diverse groups moving into the American interior. While this fueled U.S. growth, it also displaced Indigenous peoples, whose struggles continue today.
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Columbian Exchange
The Columbian Exchange, a vast system of international trade, changed global commerce forever. Named after famous explorer Christopher Columbus, it reshaped diets, economies, and societies across continents.
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French and Dutch Exploration in North America
European explorers like Columbus, Cartier, and Hudson claimed territories in the Americas for Spain, France, and the Netherlands, leading to European expansion at the expense of indigenous communities.
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Indigenous Peoples' Day
Indigenous Peoples' Day pays tribute to America's original inhabitants, honoring their rich cultures, languages, and significant contributions to the nation.
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The Southern Colonies
What was life like in the Southern Colonies? Explore this region’s unique history, from the founding of Jamestown to their complex social, political and economic legacy.
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African Americans and Indigenous Peoples in the U.S. Civil War
The American Civil War wasn’t just a fight between North and South, it also involved Indigenous Peoples and African Americans, whose motivations for joining the fight had contrasting results.
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Exploring Communication: A Colorful Journey with Paco the Macaw
In this video, Paco the Macaw teaches children about the importance of communication. Through examples and storytelling, Paco explains how communication involves both verbal and nonverbal signals, and how it helps build relationships and...