60 Second Histories
Roman weapons - the gladius
A legionary describes the gladius; one of the most famous swords from history, at over 50cm long Roman legionaries were well trained in using them.
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Discovering Gion Matsuri: A Celebration of Culture in Kyoto
Gion Matsuri is one of Japan's oldest and largest festivals. The celebration happens every year in Kyoto and lasts the whole month of July! Learn about the history and customs of the festival from goryo-e (a purification ritual) to the...
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Boi Boomba: The Spectacular Folklore Festival
Experience the vibrant and enchanting festival of Boy Boomba in Parintins, Brazil. Learn about this three-day celebration that brings to life the folklore of the resurrected bull in a grand and spectacular manner.
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Gladiators
This short video describes the different types of gladiator such as the retiarius and the murmillo together with the different weapons and helmets they wore; it even mentions the female gladiators that fought
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People in a Medieval castle; the constable's wife
This video describes some of the staff who work within the castle such as the house steward and the chamberlain and the duties they carry out
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WW1 Munitions worker - part 1
A munitionette describes how they worked, the explosives they came into contact with and the reason their skin turned yellow. Part 1 in a 4 part series
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WW1 Weapons - hand grenade
A look at the development of hand grenades and the ingenuity of the soldiers who made their own.
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Henry VIII, supreme head of the Church of England
Henry VIII describes his split with Rome and his view on the Reformation
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Victorian Workhouse - part 3
An account of how whole families often had to go into the workhouse and once there, they were separated and made to work for no pay
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Festivals of the World: NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL
The Notting Hill Carnival is a vibrant and lively event that takes place in London on the August bank holiday. It was founded to overcome racial tensions and has grown into a celebration of cultural diversity. With colorful costumes,...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Jason Stanley - Education vs Indoctrination
Jason Stanley is the Jacob Urowsky Professor of Philosophy at Yale University. Before coming to Yale in 2013, he was Distinguished Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Rutgers University. He has also been a Professor at the...
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Life in the trenches - Part 3
A description of the practicalities and problems the army faced in the trenches when it came to supplies and latrines. Part 3 of a 7 part series
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A Victorian day at the seaside
A description of a middle-class family holiday at the seaside booked through Cooks Travel Excursionist.
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Viking shipbuilding - part 1
A Viking shipbuilder describes a Viking ship: what it's made from and the various parts of the ship such as the keel, the prow, the stern, strakes, keelson and mast fish
History Squad
A Tudor Gunner
An ordinary gunner’s story of how he fought aboard Sir Francis Drake’s ship during the Spanish Armada. He gives a decks-eye view of the battle and tactics used during the by the English Navy and international trade during the Elizabethan...
History Squad
An Elizabethan Lady
An overview of Elizabethan England, through the eyes of a wealthy woman. She talks about politics, crime, the impact of population growth and the development of towns as well as the treatment of vagrants. The History Squad - Kevin Hicks.
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The Influence and Stories of Greek Mythology
Greek mythology encompasses the ancient Greek stories and teachings about their gods, heroes, and the nature of the world. Through oral tradition and artistic representations, these myths explained natural phenomena, guided moral...
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Mummies: Ancient Burial Practices and Modern Preservation
This video provides an overview of mummies, both anthropogenic and spontaneous, explaining how they are preserved through intentional or unintentional means. It explores the mummification practices of ancient Egypt, as well as examples...
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Life in the trenches - Part 7
A description of going 'over the top'; the noise of the explosions, the vibration, the fear….. The last in a 7 part series
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Viking shipbuilding - part 3
This short video a Viking shipbuilder describes the finished ship; he explains how the crew fix their shields to the side of the ship and sit on their own sea chests to row and of course a special mention of the dragon's head on the prow...
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WW1 - Bad news at home
A war widow explains how women were given the news of their loved one's death and shows that some war pensions were only temporary
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Discovering Mongolia: The Three Games of Men at Erin Gurvan Naadam
The video explores the cultural significance and excitement of the Erin Gurvan Naadam festival in Mongolia. It highlights the three traditional games of men - Mongolian wrestling, horse racing, and archery - and explains how each game is...
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Dissolution of the Monasteries - part 2
Thomas Cromwell talks about the beginning of the closure of the smaller monasteries and convents
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WW1 Munitions worker - part 3
A munitionette talks about the practicality of getting to the shops when, as a munitions worker, you work such long hours and of course there was never much on the shelves due to rationing. Part 3 in a 4 part series