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William, Duke of Normandy: Triumphs, Betrayals, and Conquests
This video details the rise of William, Duke of Normandy, from a vulnerable fugitive to the supreme warlord of France. It chronicles his strategic triumphs over rebellious nobles and rival kings, culminating in a decisive victory over...
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The Remarkable Legacy of Sir Bobby Charlton: A Football Legend
Sir Bobby Charlton is a legendary footballer who has made significant contributions both on and off the pitch. From his successful career as a player and manager to his involvement in community work and charitable endeavors, he has left...
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Frank Lampard: A Journey Through International Football
This video highlights the international career of English footballer Frank Lampard. It covers his debut with the Under 20 team, his journey to playing in international tournaments, including Euro 2004 and the 2006 World Cup, and the...
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Landmarks - Downing Street
DOWNING STREET LONDON IS A CITY WHERE HISTORY IS ALWAYS CLOSE TO THE SURFACE. IT S ARCHITECTURAL LANDMARKS ARE A REMINDER THAT THE MOST SIGNIFICANT SITES DO NOT ALWAYS HAVE TO BE MONUMENTAL IN SIZE. THIS STORY IS ABOUT ONE OF THOSE...
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Landmarks - Tower of London
TOWER OF LONDON OVER THE CENTURIES, OUT-OF-FLAVOR QUEENS, POLITICAL CONSPIRATORS, RELIGIOUS DISSIDENTS AND THOSE WHO SIMPLY CROSSED THE RULING MONARCH HAVE ALL BEEN IMPRISONED AT THE TOWER OF LONDON. IT STILL CONTRIBUTES TO A GRUESOME...
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Protecting St Paul's
As skyscrapers spring up throughout London, one of the world's biggest urban zones, special planning laws have been brought in to protect views of St Paul's Cathedral and its famous dome. Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements -...
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Time Zones
The time on your watch is more complicated than you might think. Find out how and why time changes as you move around the planet, and how these changes affect you. Human Geography - Orientation And Settlements - Learning Points. Time...
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Discovery of DNA
The story of a race between two teams of scientists in the 1950s - Francis Crick and James Watson, Rosalind Franklin and Maurice Wilkins - desperate to be the first to unlock the molecular structure of DNA. Biology - Cells And DNA -...
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What time is breakfast?
What time is it in Nairobi? See how standard time zones allow us to find out! People and places -Mapping - Time zones Learning Points The Earth is divided into around 24 time zones and each is exactly one hour different from the last....
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Early explorers
Find out how early explorers navigated the seas before they had maps to guide them. People and places - Mapping - Mapping the seas Learning Points Fifteenth-century explorers used dead reckoning to estimate longitude. Explorers in the...
Great Big Story
Discover St Dunstan in the East, London’s hidden garden gem
Explore the enchanting ruins of St Dunstan in the East, a hidden public garden in central London with ivy-covered walls and a rich 900-year history.
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31 Days Of Black British History Day Five: Claudia Jones - Mother of the Notting Hill Carnival
Discover the legacy of Claudia Jones, the activist who helped create the Notting Hill Carnival. Learn how this Trinidad-born journalist and activist used culture to fight racism and unite communities.
Bedtime History
Big Ben Clock Tower for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about the massive clock tower and landmark in London, England called "Big Ben."
Bedtime History
Tour of London for Kids | Bedtime History
Welcome to an exhilarating tour of London, where history meets modernity! Join us as we traverse iconic landmarks like Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and the Tower of London. Don't miss out on this virtual journey!
Bedtime History
William and Caroline Herschel For Kids | Bedtime History
Embark on a captivating journey through the lives and achievements of William and Caroline Herschel, two extraordinary pioneers of astronomy! This riveting video delves into their groundbreaking discoveries, from William's revolutionary...
Wonderscape
The Early Life of Eleanor Roosevelt: Shaping a Trailblazer
Explore the early life of Eleanor Roosevelt, from her difficult childhood to her transformative years at Allenswood Academy in London. Discover how these formative experiences shaped her into one of the most influential First Ladies in...
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Samuel Morse: Early Life and Pursuit of Art
This video explores the early life of Samuel Morse, from his upbringing in Massachusetts to his studies at Yale University and his passion for art. Learn how Morse's interest in painting led him to London's Royal Academy of Art and...
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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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Bringing Australian Wines to the World
When the owner of the Hamilton family wine business died suddenly and his eldest sons were too young to take over the family business, the vinyard fell into the hands of public trustees who struggled to keep it afloat during World War I....
Weird History
Unusual Facts About Well-Known Cities
There are certain cities throughout the world that we all know the names of: Paris, Tokyo, New York, Moscow. We likely know one or two things about each of these cities. Paris has the Eiffel Tower. New York has Broadway. But each city...
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Learn About Connecticut & Its Counties! | US Geography Songs For Kids
Let's learn about Connecticut and its 8 counties!
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Football Shorts - Episode 134 REAL MADRID IS WORLD S TOP CLUB
REAL MADRID HAVE HELD ON TO THEIR POSITION AS THE WORLD'S RICHEST FOOTBALL CLUB ACCORDING TO A LONDON BASED BUSINESS ADVISORY FIRM; DELOITTE RANKED THE 20 BIGGEST CLUBS IN THE WORLD BASED ON REVENUE. REAL MADRID REMAINS THE WORLD'S...
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Big Ideas -Episode 4 - John Logie Baird
In the early years of the 20th century, one man had a Big Idea. Scottish inventor John Logie Baird combined cinematography with the transmission of electric power to create a new medium, one that would change the world forever. That...
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Big Ideas - Episode 12 - Tallest Buildings
The Chrysler Building, commissioned by the famous car manufacturer of the same name in the 1930 s, is, at 1048 ft, one of the world s tallest buildings. But it held its title as the world s tallest for only a year when the Empire State...