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Ancient Rome - Politics Of Rome
For centuries, Italy was the center of civilization, with its capital in Rome, “the Eternal City”. The Romans created the largest empire the ancient world ever saw. Its influence extended outward and in time encompassed almost the entire...
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The Bill of Rights: Cornerstone of US Society?
Written by Founding Father James Madison in 1789, The Bill of Rights makes up the first ten amendments to the US Constitution. Many people still consider the Bill of Rights to be the cornerstone of our society, but not everyone agrees.
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The Raised Fist Afro Comb: Defining a Statement
Designed in 1972, the raised fist Afro Comb combines function with meaning to create a grooming tool that symbolises African-American history, culture and pride.
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Tobacco Press
Today we know the risks of smoking tobacco, but over 100 years ago the dangers were less well known, and tobacco became a booming business in Kentucky. It’s success can impart be credited to the Burley tobacco press
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Barbara Jordan: The Black Texan Politician who Broke the Glass Ceiling
At a time when women and people of colour were all but excluded from the US government, one woman stormed the corridors of power and made them her own. This is the story of Barbara Jordan, the African American from the South who defied...
Epic History TV
US Presidents Part 1
Co-produced with Bridgeman Images, this is Part 1 of an overview of America's first 44 Presidents, from George Washington to Barack Obama. The presidents' rankings are taken from a 2010 survey by the Siena Research Institute.
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The Supreme Court: Gatekeeper of the Constitution
Ever wonder why a new appointment to the Supreme Court is such big news? Of the three branches that make up the Federal Government, it’s arguably the judiciary – the courts system – that has the greatest impact upon our lives.
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Garrett Morgan
Kentucky-born Garrett Morgan invented life saving gadgets, but despite facing racial prejudice all his life, Morgan was recognised as one of America’s most prolific and socially conscious inventors
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How The Census Changed America
A nationwide head count of all those who live in the United States, the US Census takes place every ten years. It shows us how society constantly changes – but it also took decades of struggle for every person in America to count.
Mr. Beat
The History of Kansas (Story Time with Mr. Beat)
Here is the story of the history of my home state of Kansas.
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Finding Your Research Question: A Step-by-Step Guide
In this video, the teacher guides students on how to determine their research question by reviewing their notes and asking themselves what they want to teach others. They emphasize the importance of having a clear focus and provide...
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John Rollin Ridge: the Native American Novelist Like No Other
We've had some great American Novelists? You've read some of them in school, right? But one writer you've probably never heard of is John Rollin Ridge, aka Yellow Bird: the first Native American to ever publish a novel about a fictitious...
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Using Boxes and Bullets for the Introductory Paragraph
In this video, the teacher explains how to structure a research essay by using boxes and bullets. They discuss the importance of providing background information in the introduction before stating the thesis.
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The Harlem Renaissance
The Harlem Renaissance was an explosion of African American culture and creativity that began in 1920s New York.
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Stephen H Long: The Man Who Mapped the West
Stephen H. Long mapped much of the unexplored American West – but he made one big mistake that set Western migration back decades.
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: New Mexico
This program explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of the Southwestern Region of the United States. The individual states of Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and Nevada are presented in detail.
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: The Southeastern Region: Georgia
This clip explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of Georgia.
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: Alabama
This clip explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of Alabama.
Hip Hughes History
The Missouri Compromise Explained: US History Review
What was the Missouri Compromise of 1820? How did it attempt to deal with the expansion of slavery? Who opposed it, who supported it? Perfect for #APUSH students or anyone studying US History.
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Common Sense: Democracy in Print
We’ve all seen our fair share of American political ads in recent years. But the very first? That could be Common Sense - written by Thomas Paine – an 18th century pamphlet designed to incite rebellion!
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The Federalist Papers
The Federalist Papers were written by three of America's Founding Fathers, in an attempt to convince the American people that the Constitution should be ratified.
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Choosing Sides: Native Americans and the Civil War
What about the Native Americans who found themselves stuck in the middle of the Civil War – why did they fight for both sides?
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The Articles of Confederation
Did you know that before the Constitution, there was another governing system in the US? The Articles of Confederation.
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The US Constitution
We all know what the US Constitution is – but do you know its origins story? Let’s delve into history and discover more about the most document in US history.