Chinese scholar and literary translator Michael Berry (UCLA) describes how many publishers demand original works be changed to fit American sensibilities.

David Bellos, Director of the Program in Translation and Intercultural Communication at Princeton University, suggests that the celebrated English comic tradition might simply be a result of translation.

UC Berkeley political theorist Mark Bevir relates his belief in the importance of thinking philosophically in order to make vital progress in the social sciences.

David Bellos, Director of the Program in Translation and Intercultural Communication at Princeton University, describes his search for a “middle form” between British and American English.

Historian Linda Colley (Princeton) reminisces on the beginnings of her historical career.

In this video, Harvard intellectual historian David Armitage discusses his transition from exploring state formation in Britain in his first book to delving into the global impact of the American Declaration of Independence in his...

In this video, Harvard historian David Armitage reflects on his time as a graduate student in Princeton, where he realized he was British rather than English. This shift in perspective during the late 1980s, a time of emerging...

Effects of the War of 1812 explores the War of 1812 by analyzing the effects of the war.

Life for African-Americans after the Revolutionary War identifies significant groups that played a role in the American Revolution by examining how life changed for African-Americans after the Revolutionary War.

Paul Revere’s Ride to Revolution discovers how the Americans warned that the British troops were on the move by investigating the actions of Paul Revere and exploring the poem “Paul Revere’s Ride,” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.

Crispus Attucks explores how individuals affected change in the history of the United States by exploring the life of Crispus Attucks and the role he played in the Boston Massacre.

As part of the Windrush generation, Paulette Wilson was sent to England from Jamaica in the 1960s and grew up with her grandparents. Now, more than 50 years later, returns to Jamaica for a visit. She shares her excitement and anxiety as...

Paulette Wilson is one of hundreds of people who relocated to England from one of the countries former colonies in the 1960s. As part of the Windrush scandal, she and others were wrongly labeled as illegal immigrants and many, including...

The Star-Spangled Banner recognizes that “The Star-Spangled Banner” was written toward the end of the War of 1812 by reviewing the lyrics.

Daughters of Liberty examines and explains the changing roles and impact of significant women during the Revolutionary time.

In the late 1770s, U.S. patriots banded together to declare independence from Great Britain. But why did they want their independence and what kind of country did they want the United States to be?

The story of George Washington’s life and legacy as father of our country.

Just some thoughts on the Irish abroad and our relationship with colonialism! Happy Paddy's Day :D

Let me know what you think about the prospect of a United Ireland.

Here's a special extended edition of my World War 1 video, including newer artwork and an updated script, just in time for the 100th anniversary of its end!

When Imperialism implodes, or explodes… depends on what way you look at it.

Discover the lesser known war between USA and Canada, and of course Britain. It’s the war that inspired the American National Anthem, and indeed changed the shape of North America in many unexpected ways! Here is Manny Man Does the War...

USA vs Britain - The Rematch! Also Canada's there too!

Here it is, the remastered version of my original Manny Man Does History video! Enjoy!