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The Economic Panic of 1873
The Panic of 1873, triggered by railroad bond failures, reshaped the economic, social and political landscape of the United States for generations.
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Directions
How do we get from A to B? Cardinal and intermediate directions are a tool in geography that help us navigate the world around us.
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The First Great Migration
The Great Migration saw over a million African Americans relocate from the South to urban areas in the North, sparking significant cultural and social change.
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Causes of the War of 1812
The War of 1812 pitted the fledgling United States against Great Britain in a second war of independence. But what factors influenced Congress’ contentious decision to declare war in the first place?
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Kansas-Nebraska Act
The Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854 allowed territories to decide on slavery through popular sovereignty, escalating tensions that led to the Civil War.
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Harriet Tubman
Discover the remarkable story of Harriet Tubman, who escaped slavery in 1849 and went to become a conductor on the Underground Railroad and a leading exponent of abolition and women’s rights.
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Slavery in the Colonies
Liberty is a founding principle of the United States, but many of the people who helped build the North American colonies were not free. The resilience of enslaved people and their contributions to what would become the United States...
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Dred Scott v. Sandford
Dred Scott's fight for freedom led to a Supreme Court decision that denied citizenship to Black Americans, fuelling tensions that contributed to the Civil War.
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The Impact of the Civil War
On April 12, 1861, Confederate forces attacked Fort Sumter, South Carolina, marking the explosive start of the Civil War. The conflict led to short-lived progress and long-term struggles for true racial equality.
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Juneteenth
Every year on June 19th, the United States celebrates the end of slavery. In this video, learn about the history and meaning of Juneteenth.
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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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Where Are You REALLY From? Black Migrations and Immigration, Explained
Human migration is a tale as old as time, but how has that impacted Black culture here in the U.S.? Hallease and Evelyn explore how the movement of Black folks has created icons from James Baldwin to Nipsey Hussle.
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Pressure, volume change on equilibrium
Discusses how changes in pressure or volume affect gaseous equilibrium systems
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Kc & Kp Units
Explores the units of equilibrium constants for reactions in different states
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Reactions involving Gases
Discusses equilibrium in gaseous reactions and the role of partial pressures
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Findings from NASA's Juno spacecraft
It's been three years since NASA's Juno spacecraft arrived at Jupiter. But what has it seen and discovered? We will examine Jupiter's magnetic field, core, bands, aurora, atmosphere, storms and clouds.
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Why So Few Americans Live Along The Mississippi River, Especially In The South
The Mighty Mississippi is truly one of the mighty rivers of the world. And like other mighty rivers, it has become an integral part of the land, people, and country it exists within. However, unlike other major rivers in the world such...
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The Mighty Nile: A Lifeline for People, Plants, and Animals
The Nile River, the longest river on Earth, is a natural wonder that spans 11 countries. It has been a vital source of life throughout history, providing fresh water, food, and transportation. From its tropical rainforest headwaters to...
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Why So Few People Live On New Zealand's South Island
New Zealand is incredible to behold. Its physical geography, mostly on the South Island, is some of the most awe inspiring in the entire world. And its for this reason, that the country has gained international fame through the likes of...
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Distinguishing Alligators from Crocodiles: Snout Shape and Other Visual Clues
In this video, the difference between alligators and crocodiles is explored through visual cues such as the shape of their snouts and the placement of their eyes. It is explained that alligators have a rounded, wide snout, while...
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Five Events That Will Change America By 2050
2050 is getting closer. While at one point that year felt like a far off future year, we're actually getting close enough to it that we can make some pretty realistic predictions of what might happen. And because I do so much research...
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The Wonders of Morocco: Marrakech, Casbah, and the Sahara Desert
Marrakech, Morocco:"We will go to the bustling city of Marrakech, where we will explore the citadel and the exciting market of La Medina, before moving out of the city towards the Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, the wonderful Atlas mountains,...
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Discovering Nashville: Music, Museums, and Southern Charm
Nashville, Tennessee:On our trip today, we will discover the definition of southern hospitality on the roads of Nashville, Tennessee, where some of the greatest stars of the country music world live.We will walk by Music Raw where we can...