Curated Video
The Regulars Are Coming
Dr. Forrester discusses the ride of Paul Revere and others at the dawn of the American Revolution.
Mazz Media
Citizens Rule: Symbols and Celebrations of America
Was there really an Uncle Sam? Who wrote the Pledge of Allegiance? Why are the flag's colors red, white and blue? Children will enjoy exploring answers to these questions and learning about the origins and meaning of our country's most...
BrainPOP
U.S. Symbols
United States symbols are the subject of a video brought to you by BrainPop Jr. Hosts, Annie and Moby, begin with a definition of the word symbol, then go on to detail ten American symbols—the American flag, a Bald Eagle, the Liberty...
PBS
The Valley of Ashes — The Great Gatsby
The Valley of Ashes, the billboard advertising Dr. T.J. Eckleburg, and Wilson's garage are haunting symbols that F. Scott Fitzgerald uses to bring into focus the dark side of the American Dream. A resource from the PBS American Masters...
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: The Purple Heart
National Public Radio offers information on the origins of the Purple Heart and qualifications for receiving it.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Magazine Video: Star Spangled Salute
Launch a video that helps explain the origins of the flag that inspired "The Star-Spangled Banner." [3:52]