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How the Cold War Shaped Western Democracy with Simon Reid-Henry: The early 1970's
What was the purpose of writing his book? What were the important events of the early 1970's? How the Cold War Shaped Western Democracy with Simon Reid-Henry, Part 1
The March of Time
Stairway to Heaven set
MOT 1945: DRAMATIZATION: Wilfred Brambell as President of Exhibitors Assos. Scarborough saying they really like American films. ON SET: British movie lot set of 'A Matter of Life & Death' (USA 'Stairway to Heaven') Colonel Blimp walking...
Jabzy
Crosswords in WW2 - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about Crosswords in WW2
TLDR News
Last Minute Brexit Negotiations: With One Month Left Is a Deal Even Still Possible? - TLDR News
It's December, meaning there's only one month left until the end of the transition period. So in this video we try to explain what the hell's going on. Why a deal still hasn't been reached, whether there's still time and what this means...
Curated Video
Marie Antoinette's Children part 2: The Life of Marie Therese, The Daughter of Marie Antoinette
This video tells the story of Marie Therese, the first child of Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI. It explores her childhood, and how her mother, Marie Antoinette, wanted to raise her to be more in touch with normal people. It also examines...
Hip Hughes History
U.S. Colonialism Explained in 10 Minutes
Designed for the US Regents exam in NY State this lecture explains the concepts of the Mayflower Compact, House of Burgesses, Triangular Trade, The Declaration of Independence and other causes of the American Revolution. Ancient HHH!!!!!!
TLDR News
Brexit Negotiations Restart: Are The UK and Europe About to Announce a Brexit Deal? - TLDR News
A couple of weeks ago it looked like both sides had given up on the idea of reaching a Brexit deal. They walked away from the table just to... well walk back. With negotiations restarting and politicians sounding optimistic, we discuss...
Curated Video
The Feared Witch of York part 4: the Legend and Legacy of Mother Shipton
The cave in which Mother Shipton was born and lived became one of Britain's first tourist attractions. For hundreds of years after her death, people credited her with predictions about society, the end of the world, and even mobile...
Curated Video
Making Small Talk: Talking about vacations in English
Making Small Talk. Today we are talking about vacations in English. Vacations, otherwise known as holidays in British English , are a fantastic talking point in any situation. It's a classic topic for small talk, along with the weather,...
TLDR News
The Truth About UK Immigration 2018 - Data Dive
There has been a lot of misinformation surrounding immigration statistics and Brexit. So we dive into the official statistics published by the Office of National Statistics. How many people are immigrating to the UK and is this actually...
Jabzy
Eastern Question - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Eastern Question
Cerebellum
The Abolitionists: 1832-1844 - Webster-ashburton Treaty 1842
National Expansion (1832-1848) American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. In...
The March of Time
1944: IRELAND: HA XWS Irish stockyard (poor contrast, grainy), WS Cattle in pens, sign on building 'British & Irish Steam Pa' (...cket co, aka B&I) w/ men herding cattle, LS Ship w/ 'Eire' label FG, cattle ramp BG, VS Cattle down ramp. WWII.
MOT 1944: IRELAND: HA XWS Irish stockyard (poor contrast, grainy), WS Cattle in pens, sign on building 'British & Irish Steam Pa' (...cket co, aka B&I) w/ men herding cattle, LS Ship w/ 'Eire' label FG, cattle ramp BG, VS Cattle down...
The March of Time
Parliament Piccadilly theaters
MOT 1945: LONDON ENGLAND: Houses of Parliament & Clock Tower w/ Thames River FG. Piccadilly Circus people traffic. Movie theater marquees: 'Our Vines Have Tender Grapes' 'Rhapsody in Blue' in Leicester Square 'Road to Utopia' with Bing...
Curated Video
Robert Owen part 3: The Utopian Experiment
The last part of this video series explains Robert's attempts to build a socialist utopia in Indiana. When those attempts fail, he returns to England and focuses on philanthropy and, eventuallly, a newfound passion for religion.
Healthcare Triage
The Health System of Taiwan: HCT Healthcare of Many Nations
Every once in a while, we like to take a moment and focus on health systems around the world. Today, we're looking at Taiwan, which made the transition to a single payer system kind of suddenly, and pretty recently.
The March of Time
Woman in kitchen
MOT 1947: WOMAN IN KITCHEN: DRAMATIZATION: VS Woman in apron stringing beans cooking listening to radio. CU Radio '...more violence & bloodshed..'' MS Woman changing station. CU Radio dial. VS Woman listening cooking. Housewife. USA
Curated Video
How Indistrialization Changed Christmas
Victorian Christmas part 2 The expansion of the railway system across the British Isles and the introduction of Bank holidays made it easier, cheaper, and quicker to travel to see friends and relatives during Christmas. Mass production...
Hip Hughes History
Jay's Treaty Explained: US History Review
A short packed summary of Jay Treaty of 1795 which formulated relations with Great Britain. Perfect for APUSH students seeking review, lost college kids and life long learners.
Mr. Beat
When The United States Went to War Because of Pirates
Mr. Beat and Hikma History explain the Barbary Wars.
Financial Times
The future of Britain's air force
The Royal Air Force is leaping towards the future with the arrival of new F35 fighter jets but the threats to the UK are shifting fast with a resurgent Russia to the fore, and uncertainty surrounds the UK defence budget. As the RAF marks...
The March of Time
1941: ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY: Two Battleships, Cruiser in harbor. MS Royal Navy flag flying on pole. Two Naval officer sitting at desk, talking. Sailors marching in parade formation. Poster: Ships of Royal Australian Navy. Sailor signaling. WWII
MOT 1941: ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY: Two Battleships, Cruiser in harbor. MS Royal Navy flag flying on pole. Two Naval officer sitting at desk, talking. Sailors marching in parade formation. Poster: Ships of Royal Australian Navy. Sailor...