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Earthquakes: Nature's Deadly Forces
This video provides a sobering overview of the devastating impact of earthquakes around the world, highlighting major historical events such as the Tangshan earthquake in China and the Kobe earthquake in Japan. It also discusses the...
Wonderscape
Historic Earthquakes: Tragedy and Triumph in Disaster Response
Explore some of the most significant earthquakes in history, from the ancient tremors in China to the devastating events in San Francisco, Kashmir, Haiti, and Japan. Learn how these events have shaped seismological research and...
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Breaking the Sound Barrier: Chuck Yeager's Historic Achievement
This video discusses the historic achievement of Chuck Yeager, who became the first man to break the sound barrier. It explains the challenges and risks associated with traveling faster than the speed of sound and highlights the...
Jabzy
Samurai Street Battles - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Samurai Street Battles
Clarendon Learning
Earthquakes for Kids | A fun engaging introduction to Earthquakes and Tsunamis for Kids
In our video Earthquakes for kids we will provide and simple and engaging introduction to both earthquakes and Tsunamis. We will walk through historical examples, techniques to predict, ways you can stay safe during earthquakes and...
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From “Old Chem” To The Sapp Center: An Historic Renovation | Teaching Chemistry at Stanford
Stanford’s “Old Chem” opened its doors in 1902 and was home to the Department of Chemistry until 1989. Severe damage in the Loma Prieta earthquake required that “Old Chem” be closed. Surrounded by a tall hurricane fence for almost 30...
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Budva - Historic Port Town in Montenegro
Budva, a historic port town on Montenegro’s Adriatic coast, has seen various rulers from Illyrians, Greeks, and Romans to Venetians and the Austro-Hungarians, and became part of an independent Montenegro in 2006. Despite an earthquake...
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The Origin and Importance of Weekends: A Historical Perspective
This video provides a brief history of the origin of the weekend, starting from the absence of a nationally agreed break to the demands made by unions for Saturday and Sunday off. It highlights the passing of the Fair Labor Standards Act...
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The History and Preservation of Rome's Colosseum
The Colosseum in Rome is an iconic ancient stadium that has stood for over 2,000 years. It has served as a venue for games and blood sports, and continues to host large entertainment events. Despite damage from earthquakes and use as a...
Jabzy
Western Clothes in Japan - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about Western Clothes in Japan
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The History and Legends of Vampires: From Dracula to Vlad the Impaler
In this video, the teacher explores the enduring popularity of vampires as fictional monsters, with a focus on Bram Stoker's Dracula. The teacher discusses how Stoker drew inspiration from historical figures like Vlad the Impaler and...
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Kanda Myojin
Located in Chiyoda, this Shinto shrine has been watching over the neighborhoods of Kanda, Nihonbashi, Akihabara, Ootemachi, Marunouchi and others since the 14th century. Although the Gate of God suffered the fires, earthquakes and wars...
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Santorini: Looking for Atlantis
Could Atlantis, the mythical city which sank beneath the sea, be based in historical fact? The story of how a volcanic eruption on Crete may have inspired this enduring myth. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. In 1630BC, the...
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The History of Bread as an Eraser: Edward Nairn and the First Rubber Eraser
In this video, we learn about the surprising historical use of bread as an eraser before the discovery of rubber erasers in 1770. The trivia question challenges viewers to guess the different purposes bread served, including as an...
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The History and Evolution of Fencing: From Gladiators to Olympic Sport
Fencing is a historical sport that dates back to ancient times, evolving from the use of rocks to swords. It became popular in the Renaissance as a form of entertainment and eventually became an Olympic sport. Today, fencers engage in...
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The Fascinating Truth About the Moon: Exploring its Mysteries and Impact on Earth
This video provides fascinating insights into the moon, debunking common misconceptions and revealing intriguing facts. From the existence of the far side of the moon to its impact on Earth's stability and climate, the video explores the...
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Exploring the History and Purpose of Castles: From Protection to Private Residences
In this video, we explore the historical significance of castles and their purpose as protective structures. From their origins as safe havens for townspeople during times of threat, to their transformation into private residences for...
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Unearthing Ancient Mysteries: The Dead Sea Scrolls and the Copper Scroll
This video explores the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls and the mysterious Copper Scroll, shedding light on their historical significance and the treasures they may hold. It delves into the origins of Christianity and Judaism through...
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The surprising reason behind Chinatown's aesthetic
The iconic "Chinatown" look started as a survival strategy. Have an idea for a story we should investigate for Missing Chapter? Tell us!href='http://bit.ly/2RhjxMy' target='_blank' rel='nofollow'>us! From London, to Manila, to...
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Why the 1989 San Francisco Quake Was So Disastrous
The 1989 San Francisco earthquake delivered a myriad of deadly disasters, all unfolding at the same time: from a collapsed freeway to deadly fires in the city's historic marina. From the show Make It Out Aliveef='http://bit.ly/2fUpyAR'...
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When disasters and conflicts collide: Lebanon
Lebanon students get classes in surviving war and disasters For students at Takmiliyat Al Koubba 2nd School in Tripoli in northern Lebanon, getting an education used to mean risking their lives in a hail of bullets. Pupils would dash...
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Zvartnots Palace Church – Yerevan, Armenia
The Zvartnots Palace Church, near Yerevan and the Ararat Mountains, was a remarkable 7th-century circular church dedicated to angels, built on a stepped platform with intricate Armenian stonemasonry and grapevine carvings. Although...
Weird History
Major Disasters That Changed History
Some natural disasters have come dangerously close to ending the world as humanity has known it but, somehow, people continue on, working to rebuild the damaged world left behind. Strangely enough, natural disasters can end up...