Wonderscape
Charles Lindbergh: From Student to Aviator
This video explores the early life of Charles Lindbergh, highlighting his journey from studying mechanical engineering at the University of Wisconsin to pursuing his passion for aviation. It covers his transition to a pilot, his role as...
Wonderscape
Samuel Morse: From Artist to Telegraph Innovator
This video follows Samuel Morse’s journey as an artist in the United States, his personal tragedies, and the pivotal moment that led him to explore telegraph technology. Discover how his experiences with loss and a fateful conversation...
Wonderscape
Charles Lindbergh and the Spirit of Saint Louis
This video details Charles Lindbergh's historic 1927 transatlantic flight in the Spirit of Saint Louis. It explores the challenges he faced, including fundraising for the plane's construction, careful design for a long-distance journey,...
Curated Video
How the Separation of Catherine and Henry VIII Formed the Church of England
Henry VIII's pursuit of an annulment from Catherine of Aragon led to a dramatic conflict that ultimately resulted in England's break from the Catholic Church. Catherine remained resolute in her stance as the legitimate Queen of England,...
Curated Video
The Trial and Legacy of Guy Fawkes
On January 27, 1606, Guy Fawkes and his seven co-conspirators were tried for their role in the Gunpowder Plot. All eight were found guilty and sentenced to be hanged, drawn, and quartered, with Fawkes executed last to maximize his...
Curated Video
The Defiant Death of Catherine of Aragon
In her final year, Catherine of Aragon continued to assert her rightful place, urging the Pope to publicly excommunicate Henry VIII. Growing ill towards the end of 1535, she died on January 7, 1536, isolated from both her husband and...
Curated Video
How Temperature Control and Fermentation Changed the Wine Industry
Syd Hamilton dedicated himself to refining the Ewell Moselle wine, even traveling to France and studying Louis Pasteur’s methods of preservation and reducing bacteria to improve his craft. His innovations in temperature control and...
Great Big Story
Charles the San Esteban Island Chuckwalla, desert giant facing extinction
Charles, the San Esteban Island Chuckwalla, is a desert giant uniquely adapted to life in the Gulf of California, now facing threats to its survival.
Great Big Story
The Joy of Being Santa: Inside the World's Oldest Santa School
Dive into the heartwarming world of the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School, where the spirit of Christmas comes to life.
Curated Video
Matrilineal Dynasties Part 2 | Eleanor of Aquitaine & Euphrosyne of Constantinople
Matrilineal Dynasties Part 2 | Eleanor of Aquitaine & Euphrosyne of Constantinople
Curated Video
Prince Eugene's decisive cavalry charge Second Battle of Mohacs, 1687 Part 2
Prince Eugene's decisive cavalry charge Second Battle of Mohacs, 1687 Part 2
Curated Video
The Battle of Narva: King Charles XII and the Swedish Empire's Triumph
The video describes the Battle of Narva, the first major battle of the Great Northern War. It recounts the events leading up to the battle, the strategies and tactics employed by both the Swedish and Russian armies, and the eventual...
Curated Video
Battle of Carpi: Prelude to the War of the Spanish Succession
This video provides a detailed account of the complex geopolitical maneuvering and military strategies surrounding the War of the Spanish Succession. Focused on the Battle of Carpi, it highlights the intense conflict between the French...
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Battle of Kircholm: The War for the Swedish Crown
This video explores the historical conflict between King Sigismund of Poland and King Charles of Sweden in the late 16th century, focusing on their struggle for control over Sweden and the ensuing battles, specifically the Battle of...
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Napoleon's Ill-Fated Invasion of Russia: The Campaign of 1812
This video provides a detailed historical account of Napoleon's ill-fated invasion of Russia in 1812, highlighting the strategic, logistical, and political challenges faced by both sides. It explores the complex interactions between...
Financial Times
Queen Elizabeth II: a long life of duty and service
The Queen's reign spanned Britain’s journey from empire to Brexit, from the wireless to the smartphone. The FT reviews the important moments in her life.
Curated Video
Charles Meets a Fire Marshal by Miko Marsh
Charles and his classmates meet a fire marshal and learn some tips for fire safety. This book can be used to: - reinforce lessons from fire safety themes and presentations - encourage children to participate in fire drills - show...
Curated Video
Charles and his Gee's Bend Quilt by Tangular A. Irby
When Charles schedules a playdate with his friends Lucius and Robert, they have no idea they’re about to travel back in time to Gee’s Bend, Alabama to discover the origin of the beautiful quilts in Grandma’s house. It doesn’t take long...
Curated Video
Evolving Pageantry of the British Coronation
The British coronation ceremony has evolved over time, from humble beginnings to its modern grandeur. This video highlights the changes in style, cost, and public perception of the coronation over the years and acknowledges the absence...
Curated Video
History and Evolution of the British Coronation Ceremony
Trace the origins of the ceremony back to King Edgar in 973. Learn how the symbolism and traditions evolved over time, including the establishment of Westminster Abbey as the consistent location. Understand the role of religion,...
Weird History
Beloved Celebrities Who Were Jerks
For centuries, society has cheered on men who rack up the greatest number of “conquests” - conquests of women, that is. In some circles, sleeping with thousands of women is ostensibly a badge of accomplishment. Even several popes have...
John D Ruddy
Monarchs of England Part 3: The Plantagenets - Manny Man Does History
Find out all about the conflicts between England, Scotland, France, and the years leading up to the Hundred Years War.