One Minute History
Gunfight at the OK Corral - Wild West Stories - One Minute History
October 26, 1881 - Tombstone, Arizona - After a long night of drinking, Ike Clanton, member of a group of cattle rustlers known as the Cowboys, threatens to kill the Earp brothers and Doc Holliday. Lawmen Virgil and Morgan Earp arrest...
Curated Video
Linda Brown: The Schoolgirl who Changed America
Linda Brown was just 9-years-old when she was thrust into the national spotlight, as she fought - and won - against racial segregation in the American school system.
One Minute History
Thanksgiving - One Minute History
1621 - Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag natives share an autumn harvest feast; this is believed to be the first Thanksgiving in the colonies. Despite objections, George Washington issues a thanksgiving proclamation to celebrate American...
One Minute History
U.S. Presidential Oath of Office - President's Day - One Minute History
The U.S. Presidential Oath of Office, delivered through the presidents of the past
Mr. Beat
The American Presidential Election of 1992
The 52nd Presidential election in American history took place on November 3, 1992. (clip of Bush- read my lips, no new taxes) Yeah, George H.W. Bush had alienated most conservatives by straight up breaking that pledge. I mean, man, he...
Curated Video
Hot Air Balloons: The Secret Civil War Weapon
Military Hot Air Balloons were pioneered during the American Civil War for both surveillance and reconnaissance.
Vlogbrothers
The Mexican Repatriation
In which John discusses The Mexican Repatriation of the 1930s, a story from U.S. History he learned about only recently.
One Minute History
The Ship under the Shoreline - La Jenelle the "Lucky Star" - One Minute History
1930 - A new luxury cruiseliner hits the waters and begins escorting elite passengers from New York to Puerto Rico. Drafted as a military transport during World War II, she earns the name “Lucky Star” for never being struck by enemy...
Curated Video
Famous Black Women in History
A quick overview of famous Black women in history and a bit about what they have accomplished.
Mr. Beat
Why the Electoral College is Terrible
Mr. Beat explains how the Electoral College is the worst way to elect the President and Vice President in the United States.
One Minute History
25th Amendment - U.S. Presidential Succession - One Minute History
When William Henry Harrison dies in office in 1841, John Tyler, his vice president, assumes the presidency; setting a precedent for future presidential successions based on what would be called the ‘Tyler precedent’. November 22, 1963 -...
One Minute History
LGBTQI Community - Civil Rights - One Minute History
The origins and history behind the LGBTQI movement.
Amor Sciendi
This Painting is About Democracy
Landscape paintings were HUGE in the early 19th century, and the reason? Well, it's complicated.
One Minute History
Street Fighter - Greatest Video Games Archive - One Minute History
The history of Street Fighter; the fighting game that transformed the genre
One Minute History
Silly Putty - World War II - Greatest Inventions - One Minute History
The history of one of the most prolific toys in history; Silly Putty
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Ken Burns in the Classroom
Ken Burns has been making documentary films for over forty years. Since the Academy Award nominated Brooklyn Bridge in 1981, Ken has gone on to direct and produce some of the most acclaimed historical documentaries ever made, including,...
Step Back History
How Did the Wild West Become Myth?
With Westworld coming back this weekend, I wanted to make a video to talk about some myths we commonly hold about the wild west.
Curated Video
Women of the American Revolution: The Real Unsung Heroes
During the American Revolutionary War some American women disguised themselves as men in order to join the fight, and played a critical role both on the home front and on the battlefield.
Mr. Beat
The American Presidential Election of 1932
The 37th Presidential election in American history took place on November 8, 1932. A lot had changed since 1928. Herbert Hoover's time in office started out so promising, but on October 29, 1929, also known as Black Tuesday, the stock...
One Minute History
Duct Tape - Greatest Inventions on Earth - One Minute History
The historical impact of duct tape and how it got its name
Mr. Beat
The American Presidential Election of 1904
The 30th Presidential election in American history took place on November 8, 1904. Theodore Roosevelt was running for re-election. Hold up. Teddy Roosevelt? Re-election? What happened to McKinley? Let's rewind three years. Back on...
Hip Hughes History
An Introduction to the Civil Rights Era: US History Review
A short lecture over viewing major concepts found on the United States History and Government Regents examination. Touches base with the meaning of the 14th amendment, Plesey v Ferguson, Booker T. Washington, WEB DuBois, Martin Luther...
One Minute History
4th of July - History of American Independence Day - One Minute History
The story behind American Independence and the 4th of July holiday
Professor Dave Explains
President Obama
Professor Dave explores the career and legacy of President Barack Obama