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Royal Ghosts part 5: George III
King George III of England was a popular ruler, known for not taking mistresses and a deep love of his country. He ruled the country through numerous wars, including the loss of the American colonies, and reigned during the time when...
60 Second Histories
Lightweight crossbow
A medieval bowman describes his lightweight crossbow, an accurate weapon that could shoot over three hundred metres and be carried into battle, and even used from the back of a horse.
Schooling Online
Shakespeare Today: King Lear - Act 3 Summary
A wild storm rages over the heath. Lear stands in the midst of all the rain and wind, crazily screaming in anger against his daughters. His loyal friend Kent tries to care for him. Meanwhile, Edmund’s plot against his father Gloucester...
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Royal Ghosts part 4: Mary Queen of Scots
Mary Queen of Scots lived a dramatic life, met a terrible death, and is said to be living a troubled afterlife. It's believed that Mary was involved in the murder of her second husband, Lord Darnley. In the aftermath of his murder, she...
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Latvia, Araisi Lake Prehistoric site
Araisi lake dwelling site is a popular tourist location with original and reconstructed remnants of Latvian prehistory. It is a unique nationally important archaeological site: remains of the 9th-10th centuries Latgalian fortified...
The March of Time
1953: SILK: Angled MS Lullingstone Manor (castle), MS 'Lullingstone Silk Farm' sign, Millicent Zoe Lady Hart Dyke checking silkworm cocoon. REELING ROOM: TD MS Silkworm cocoons floating in water, females working w/ machine, woman adjusting spool
MOT 1953: SILK: Angled MS Lullingstone Manor (castle), MS 'Lullingstone Silk Farm' sign, Millicent Zoe Lady Hart Dyke checking silkworm cocoon. REELING ROOM: TD MS Silkworm cocoons floating in water, females working w/ machine, woman...
National Parks Service
Acadia National Park - Park Mystery Video #3
Can you guess what park unit this video is about. Watch Park Mystery Video #3 Answer and see if you guessed correctly!
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Lady Jane Grey part 11: Queen Mary Pardons Jane's Supporters
Jane may have only been queen for a few days, but she was about to become a legend amongst the Protestants of England. Jane, her husband, and her mother-in-law languished in prisons around London as they waited for Mary to arrive and...
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Adjectives To Describe Places
Learn some useful adjectives to describe places. If you know anymore (and there are plenty) please share them in the comments section below. NOTES available to download from the club member dropbox. Do let me know in the comments section...
Schooling Online
Shakespeare Today: King Lear - Act 2 Summary
Edmund’s schemes are succeeding: he convinces his father Gloucester that Edgar wants him dead. Meanwhile, Lear discovers Goneril and Regan’s true colours. They refuse to listen to Lear’s demands, and Lear is furious! A storm is...
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CompTIA Security+ Certification SY0-601: The Total Course - Defining a Public Server
Public servers offer services to internet users. These servers should be hardened and placed on an isolated network such as a screened subnet or DMZ so that in the case of compromise, lateral movement by the attacker will not allow...
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Lady Anne Clifford part 2: The Cliffords, Their Fortunes, and Family Feuds
Thie videos explores the intricate history of Skipton Castle and the lives of the Clifford family who lived there. From privateering to family feuds, this video will provide an account of Lady Anne's striggles to claim her rightful...
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Lady Anne Clifford part 4: Exploring More of Skipton Castle
Join us on a journey through the history of Skipton Castle, one of England's most well-preserved medieval castles. Built in the 12th century, this castle has seen many events, including the English Civil War, and has been the home of...
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Empress Matilda part 12: Capture of Lincoln Castle
The capture of Lincoln Castle and the subsequent battle for it were key events in the fight for the throne. The castle was taken by Ranulf de Gernon, Earl of Chester and son-in-law of Robert, Earl of Gloucester. King Stephen attempted to...
Weird History
Life As A Medieval Soldier
When called to battle during the Middle Ages in Europe, soldiers expected to be surrounded by unpleasant, if not downright unspeakable, sights. Much like medieval executioners, medieval soldiers witnessed blood, carnage, and death on an...
Weird History
The Most Ruthless Female Rulers In History
When most people picture a dictator, the first thought that comes to mind is usually of a strongman in military regalia. Seldom does one picture a dictator as a woman, and for good reason. There really hasn't been a female dictator in...
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Empress Matilda part 15: Matilda vs. Mathilda
Mathilda, Queen Consort, resorted to warfare in an effort to retain control of the throne for Stephen. Londoners had been promised trade routes and prosperity under King Stephen, so they did Mathilda's bidding. This led to Robert of...
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Empress Matilda part 3: "Coronation" of Holy Roman Empress
Though Matilda and Heinrich received warm welcomes from some as they worked to gain control of Italy, not all, including Pope Pascat II in Rome, were quite as happy. This led to Matilda being crowned as Holy Roman Empress in symbol only.
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Portugal, Sintra National Palace
The history of the castle begins in the Moorish Al-Andalus era, after the Umayyad conquest of Hispania in the 8th century, when Sintra had two castles. One was located atop of a hill overlooking Sintra. It is known as the Castelo dos...
60 Second Histories
People in a Medieval castle; the constable
This video explores the many people that live and work in a medieval castle, like the marshal, the estate steward, blacksmith farrier and carter.
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Lady Anne Clifford part 1: Exploring Skipton Castle
This video provides a tour of Skipton Castle, the best-preserved medieval castle in England and once the home of Lady Anne Clifford. The tour includes the names each room and how workers and residents would have used them. This is the...
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Empress Matilda part 11: England's Civil War
England became divided between those who supported King Stephen, those who supported Empress Matilda, and those who wouldn't pick a side.
Easy Languages
Lubart's Castle | Easy Ukrainian 12
Learn Ukrainian with Easy Ukrainian! Today Vlada is showing you around Lumbart's Castle. Enjoy!
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Latvia, Bauska Castle
Bauska Castle is a complex consisting of the ruins of an earlier castle and a later palace on the outskirts of the Latvian city of Bauska The impressive castle, the remains of which were recently restored, stands on the narrow peninsula...