Curated Video
The Persians & Greeks: Crash Course World History
In which John compares and contrasts Greek civilization and the Persian Empire. Of course we're glad that Greek civilization spawned modern western civilization, right? Maybe not. From Socrates and Plato to Darius and Xerxes, John...
Crash Course
The Persians & Greeks Crash Course World History
In which John compares and contrasts Greek civilization and the Persian Empire. Of course we're glad that Greek civilization spawned modern western civilization, right? Maybe not. From Socrates and Plato to Darius and Xerxes, John...
Professor Dave Explains
Ancient India Part 2: The Vedic Period (1500 – 500 BCE)
The first era of Indian civilization that left a written record behind is known as “Vedic” because it produced the Vedas, which is Sanskrit for “knowledge”. These are the earliest works composed in Sanskrit and the oldest texts of...
Curated Video
Persepolis – Iran’s Ceremonial Capital of the Achaemenid Empire
Persepolis, the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire, is located in Iran's Fars province and remains one of the most impressive palace complexes in the world, showcasing the grandeur of the first Persian Empire from the sixth to...
Curated Video
Samarkand - Uzbekistan's Ancient Silk Road City,
Samarkand, (or Samarqand), one of the oldest cities on Uzbekistan's Silk Road, boasts stunning landmarks like The Registan's three madrassas, the grand Bibi Khanym Mosque, and the Shah-I-Zinda Necropolis, a revered pilgrimage site. With...
Curated Video
Cyrus the Great for Kids | Persian Empire
Who was Cyrus the Great, and why is he remembered thousands of years later? This video introduces kids to the founder of the Persian Empire, known for his fairness, smart leadership, and a famous ancient document some call the first...
Curated Video
Alexander the Great for Kids
Meet Alexander the Great, one of the most famous leaders in history! Born in ancient Macedonia, Alexander became king at just 20 years old. In this episode, we’ll learn how he led his army across Europe, Egypt, and Asia, creating one of...
Professor Dave Explains
The Indo-European World Part 2: Persian Empires – Achaemenid, Parthian, Sasanian (600 BCE – 600 CE)
Continuing with the Indo-European world, it's time to check out the Persian empires, of which there were several. The ones we will examine here are the Achaemenid, Parthian, and Sasanian empires, which rose and fell as regions were lost...
Wonderscape
Ancient Greece: The City-States and Their Influence
This video explores the unique city-states of ancient Greece, highlighting key places like Sparta and Athens. Learn how these independent regions developed their own governments, cultures, and customs, with Athens being the birthplace of...
Curated Video
The Battle of Daraa: Belisarius and the Byzantine-Persian Conflict
This video recounts the Battle of Daraa, a significant conflict between the Byzantine Empire and the Sasanian Empire in the 6th century. It highlights the strategic preparations and tactics employed by both sides, as well as the...
Curated Video
The Republic with No Borders | The Life & Times of Xenophon
The Republic with No Borders | The Life & Times of Xenophon
Curated Video
The Messiah 500 Years Before Christ | The Life & Times of Cyrus the Great
The Messiah 500 Years Before Christ | The Life & Times of Cyrus the Great
Epic History TV
Alexander the Great Part 4
Find out why many still consider Alexander the Great to be the greatest military leader of all time. Animated maps chart the full story of his brilliant 10-year campaign across Greece, Egypt, Iran, Afghanistan and to the borders of...
Epic History TV
Alexander the Great Part 2
Find out why many still consider Alexander the Great to be the greatest military leader of all time. Animated maps chart the full story of his brilliant 10-year campaign across Greece, Egypt, Iran, Afghanistan and to the borders of...
History Hit
Tom Holland on the Birth of Islam: The Quran and Islamic power
Why do muslims care so much about where certain elements of their faith, and civilization came from? How did Islam overcome the Persians and the Romans? Tom Holland on the Birth of Islam, Part 2
Curated Video
Alexander the Great: History & Face Revealed.
Alexander III of Macedon succeeded his father at the young age of 20, becoming the King of the ancient Kingdom of Macedon. He spent most of his years as king conducting military campaigns, particularly against the rival of his life, the...
AllTime 10s
10 Empires That Came Close To World Domination
Genghis Khan, Alexander The Great, Queen Victoria... only a handful of people can claim to have held the world in their hands. These are the ten empires that came so close to owning the Earth.
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Who Was? Alexander the Great
Learn more about the life of Alexander the Great, a Macedonian king and general who conquered the Persian empire.
History Hit
Tom Holland on the Birth of Islam
Historian Tom Holland shares his fascination at how the events of ancient history can resonate in the modern world. The author of Islam: The Untold Story talks to Dan Snow about the birth of this rich and sophisticated civilisation,...
Epic History TV
Alexander the Great Part 1
Find out why many still consider Alexander the Great to be the greatest military leader of all time. Animated maps chart the full story of his brilliant 10-year campaign across Greece, Egypt, Iran, Afghanistan and to the borders of...
Curated Video
Alexander’s Graveyard Lesson: How A Pile of Bones Altered His Perspective On Mortality And Life Forever
Ever wondered what a powerful conqueror like Alexander the Great could learn from a skull in a graveyard? Join Sadhguru in this captivating story from Persia, where Alexander's quest for ultimate control encounters the stark reality of...
AFP News Agency
VOICED : Seizing its chance Iran seeks tourism revival
VOICED : Seizing its chance Iran seeks tourism revival
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : Israelis don costumes to mark carnival-lik
CLEAN : Israelis don costumes to mark carnival-lik
History of Our World
Podcast History of Our World: 30 Cyrus the Great
Podcast History of our World episode with Rob Monaco, teaches us about the ancient Persian culture and their tolerant, freedom loving ruler, Cyrus the Great. [38:34]