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Buffalo Bill Cody For Kids
Learn about Buffalo Bill Cody, the notorious American West hunter who eventually started his own Wild West Show and travelled the world with his famous band of performers.
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Abraham Lincoln for Kids - Part 2 (Presidency) | Bedtime History
Learn about how Abraham Lincoln became elected as the President of the United States and led America through the Civil War.
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Frederick Douglass for Kids | Bedtime History
Dive into the remarkable life and enduring legacy of Frederick Douglass, a towering figure in American history whose voice echoed with power and passion. Born into slavery, Douglass defied the odds to become one of the most influential...
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The Remarkable Escape of Robert Smalls
Follow the story of Robert Smalls, an enslaved man born in South Carolina who dreamed of freedom for himself and his family. Learn how he became a skilled navigator of Charleston Harbor and devised a daring plan to escape on a...
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Harriet Tubman: Conductor of Freedom
Learn about the life and legacy of Harriet Tubman, the woman who led over 300 enslaved people to freedom through the Underground Railroad. Discover her bravery during the Civil War and her dedication to justice and equality. 10 Most...
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Bruce's Beach and the Push for Reparations
Explore the story of Bruce's Beach, where the return of land to the Bruce family's descendants marks a pivotal moment in the conversation about reparations. Learn how this example, along with initiatives like those in Evanston, Illinois,...
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The Election of 1860 and the Start of the Civil War
This video discusses the election of 1860, which resulted in Abraham Lincoln's victory and the secession of Southern states from the Union. It highlights the growing tensions over slavery and the events that led to the start of the Civil...
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The Kansas-Nebraska Act and the Path to Civil War
This video explains the Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854, which introduced popular sovereignty as a way to decide the issue of slavery in new states. It also covers the violent aftermath, known as Bleeding Kansas, and other key events, such...
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The Fugitive Slave Act and the Compromise of 1850
This video examines the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 and its role in the growing tensions between Northern and Southern states. Viewers will also learn about the influence of Uncle Tom’s Cabin on the abolitionist movement and the rising...
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The Missouri Compromise and Rising Tensions Before the Civil War
This video explores the events leading up to the Civil War, focusing on the Missouri Compromise of 1820 and its role in heightening tensions between Northern and Southern states over slavery. Viewers will also learn about Nat Turner's...
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The Untold Origins of the Black & Blind Musician
There’s a long history of blind Black musicians in the US dating back to the 19th century, from Blind Tom to Ray Charles. Join recording artist Lachi and Professor Danielle Bainbridge to discuss the history on why blindness seems like a...
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The 13th Amendment: Ending Slavery in the U.S.
Explore the profound impact of the 13th Amendment on American society and its key role in shaping the nation's history. The 13th Amendment, pivotal among the Reconstruction Amendments, marks the abolition of slavery in the United States....
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Harriet Tubman
Dr. Forrester talks about heroism which leads her to the story of a truly heroic woman, Harriet Tubman.
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What is the Statue of Liberty?
The Statue of Liberty is more than just a statue – it’s a collection of powerful symbols that represent the United States, its history and the ideals that it holds dear.
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Differences Between the Colonies
The 13 colonies were all part of the British Empire, but they had many differences, from colonists' views on religious freedom to how they educated their children.
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Life in the Colonies: Work
The Thirteen Colonies were built by a diverse workforce including skilled laborers, indentured servants, enslaved people, and criminals, in stark contrast to modern labor practices.
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Life in the Colonies: African Enslavement
Africans brought to the Thirteen Colonies faced hardships and resisted slavery in their quest for freedom.
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Life in the Colonies: Indigenous Communities
The arrival of Europeans and creation of the 13 colonies led to immense challenges and profound changes for Indigenous peoples.
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Emancipation Proclamation
Issued by U.S. President Abraham Lincoln almost three years into the Civil War, the Emancipation Proclamation played a crucial role in ending slavery across the United States and defining the principles that still govern the country today.
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What is The Liberty Bell?
From its creation in 1701 to its role in American independence and beyond, the Liberty Bell embodies the United States’ enduring values of liberty, equality, democracy, and freedom for all.
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Newton Knight: Fighting the Confederacy
Newton Knight was a Confederate soldier in the American Civil War who went AWOL to form a guerrilla force of fellow deserters and escaped slaves, who fought against the Confederacy.
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Who Founded the Republican Party?
In the United States’ two-party system, the Republican Party competes with the Democratic Party for political power. But when was it formed and how has it changed over the years?
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Who Founded the Democratic Party?
It’s the oldest political party in the United States, but how was the Democratic Party formed and what contributions has it made to U.S. society since?
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Who was Daniel Webster?
Lawyer, orator and politician, Daniel Webster was one of the United States’ most famous and accomplished people in the 19th century. But what made him so special and how did he help change America?