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The Causes of the War of 1812: Trade Disputes and Impressment
This video explores the key causes of the War of 1812, including British impressment of American sailors and conflicts over trade between the United States, Britain, and France. Learn about the Embargo Act, the Non-Intercourse Act, and...
Hip Hughes History
The 1808 Election Explained
A video lecture outlining the Presidential Election of 1808.
Mr. Beat
The American Presidential Election of 1808
The sixth episode in a very long series about the American presidential elections from 1788 to the present. I hope to have them done by Election Day 2016. In 1808, James Madison easily wins to continue Democratic Republican dominance.
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History Kids: The War of 1812
In this video, the teacher provides a comprehensive overview of the War of 1812, discussing its causes, major battles, and its effects. The video emphasizes the perspectives of different groups involved, including the American...
Professor Dave Explains
Thomas Jefferson: Author of the Declaration of Independence (1801 - 1809)
Thomas Jefferson was quite an interesting fellow. He was definitely a genius, as he was an expert in pretty much everything you could be an expert of. He was a great writer, too. But there is a little of hypocrisy in there for good...