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Indigenous Life in Pre-Colonial California
Explore the rich history of indigenous peoples in California before the arrival of European colonizers. Learn about their diverse cultures, trading networks, and sustainable practices, as well as the disruptive impact of Spanish...
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Legacy of the California Missions: Spanish Influence and Indigenous Resilience
Explore the enduring impact of the California mission system on the state's landscape and indigenous communities. Discover how the names of towns, streets, and buildings reflect the Spanish influence and colonial history. Investigate how...
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Indigenous Resistance Against Spanish and Mexican Rule
Explore the courageous acts of indigenous leaders in resisting Spanish and Mexican control in California. Learn about indigenous revolts and uprisings against the oppressive missions, highlighting the resilience and determination of...
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Indigenous Encounters with Spanish Missions
Delve into the complex dynamics between indigenous peoples and Spanish missions in California, exploring debates among scholars regarding indigenous motives for engaging with the missions. Learn about the disruptions caused by the...
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History of the International Space Station
The Space Station Freedom was the name given to the NASA project to construct a permanently manned Earth Orbiting space station. Unfortunately the Freedom was never completed as it was originally planned and after several cutbacks, what...
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Automated Rendezvous Technologies: the DART Mission
In the pioneering years of space flight the ability of two orbiting spacecraft to rendezvous was fundamental to the completion of complex exercises like missions to the moon and the resupply of orbiting space stations. With the phase out...
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Mars Rovers
Learn about the successful mission of two robotic rovers that were sent to explore Mars in 2004. Originally planned for a 90-day mission, they have exceeded expectations and continue to send back valuable information and images of the...
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The U2 Spy Plane
The U2 spy plane, in service for over 50 years, remains a vital asset for military reconnaissance. Its ability to fly at extreme altitudes and provide timely images makes it superior to satellite technology. Despite its outdated...
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Hubble Space Telescope: From Failed Launch to Stellar Success
The Hubble Space Telescope, a collaboration between NASA and the European Space Agency, revolutionized astrophysics with its stunning images and breakthrough discoveries. Despite a rocky start due to a faulty mirror, astronauts performed...
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Origins of the Alamo: From Mission to Fortress
Uncover the early history of the Alamo, originally established as the Mission San Antonio de Valero in the 1700s by Spanish settlers in Texas. This video traces its transformation from a religious mission aimed at converting Native...
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The Spanish Missions in America
Dr. Forrester tells about the Spanish missionaries who built missions throughout the Americas and talks about how those missions functioned.
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Why Don't We Colonize The Moon Instead Of Mars?
The Moon's proximity to Earth and geological similarity make it an enticing target for colonization. At just three days away, communication delays would be mere seconds. Its surface may also contain frozen water and oxygen extracted from...
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NASA
Dr. Forrester explains the history of spaceflight and the space race between the United States and the USSR.
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Historic Factors Influencing the Development of the Western Region
Dr. Forrester talks about the influence that diseases, horses, and livestock had on the development of the west. She discusses the Californios, and ends with the topic of Indian reservations.
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Remembering the Historic First Flight of NASA Space Shuttle Columbia
This video describes the first launch of NASA's Space Shuttle Columbia in 1981, marking a significant milestone in space exploration. The mission, piloted by astronauts John Young and Robert Crippen, aimed to test the shuttle system's...
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Launching the Space Race: The Legacy of Sputnik One
This video recounts the historic launch of Sputnik One by the Soviet Union in 1957, marking the beginning of the space race between the USSR and the United States. This event led to increased focus and investment in space exploration by...
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How Low Must Aircraft Fly To Avoid Radar Detection?
Stealth is a critical component of modern warfare, allowing militaries to hide their most valuable assets from the enemy. Discover how advanced engineering, innovative materials, and ingenious design techniques enable nations to hide...
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The Technology to Get us to Space
Dr. Forrester examines the technological innovations in the study of space by giving examples of innovations which have led to advances in space programs. She also identifies space travel programs by exploring NASA and the efforts that...
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Summarize a Scientific Text
A video entitled "Summarize a Scientific Text” which discusses how to identify the main idea and details of a scientific text.
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What Was The Apollo Space Program? | NASA's Manned Missions to the Moon Explained!
Learn about the Apollo Space Program -- including the historic Apollo 11, Apollo 13, spaceflights, astronauts, historic dates, moon landings, explosions, rovers and more -- with this original Space Science video by KLT.
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Levelling Up Bill: Doing Everything and Achieving Nothing?
It may not be making headlines but the new Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill is working its way through the commons. It's an huge bill but what's it actually about? And will it be passed into law?
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The Box Jelly: One of the World's Most Venomous Creatures
Season 2, Box Jellyfish part 1. Kamil and Kayne travel to Queensland in search of one of the most venomous creatures in the world: the box jellyfish. The video highlights the importance of taking precautions when dealing with dangerous...
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Facing Fears: Heights and Spiders
Season 2, Tarantula part 1. Kamil has Kayne tackle his fear of jumping from heights before delivering the real mission: facing the deadly tarantula. This is going to be a difficult one for Kayne since he is afraid of spiders....