An essential case for students of US History and law as well as the reliable cray cray on the internet, McCulloch vs Maryland helps to define Federalism as well as the elastic clause. Let HipHughes takes something as dull as cardboard...

HipHughes rides the line between history and creepy as he explains the reasons for the Clinton Impeachment and acquittal.

Ready to get nauseous over some ugly US History? The Constitutional Convention's 3/5ths Compromise broken down so you can understand it for school, for a test or for life.

Do you have an absolute right to free speech? The Supreme Court gives it 1919 answer. Learn the basics about the must-know US History Supreme Court Case challenging the constitutionality of the Espionage Act. If you are in a US History...

The Connecticut Compromise was one of the most important deals made at the Constitutional Convention in 1787, understanding it is an essential part of any US History and Government course. Plus I do it all swanky and such.

A short broad theme based lecture on the Warren Court as it relates to judicial review. Aimed at the United States American History Test given at the end of junior year. Even more specifically geared for the New York Regents...

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The Bill of Rights explained for students studying US History and Govenrment.

In which John Green teaches you about the United States Constitution. During and after the American Revolutionary War, the government of the new country operated under the Articles of Confederation. While these Articles got the young...

In which John Green teaches you where American politicians come from. In the beginning, soon after the US constitution was adopted, politics were pretty non-existent. George Washington was elected president with no opposition, everything...

Why did Jefferson acquire the Louisiana Purchase? How did the Louisiana Purchase change the United States? A fun and clear explanation of a critical moment in American history by a seasoned Social Studies Teacher.

You're NOT a Dummy if you click this video and watch. A perfect overview for students! Get to know a critical event on the civil rights era timeline as HipHughes takes you through the Little Rock Nine crisis. Beginning with the Civil...

We all know what the US Constitution is – but do you know its origins story? Let’s delve into history and discover more about the most document in US history.

A review of our first Constitution, the AOC. What were the Articles of Confederation? How did it run the United States? Why did the Articles of Confederation fail? Mr. Hughes explains the basics of the Articles of Confederation including...

What is the UnWritten Constitution? Find out in a fast, fun and focused way. Perfect for test crammers, life ling learners and the cray cray on the internets.

Take five minutes and fill your head with tales of the interstate commerce clause and this foundational Constitutional defining Supreme Court case. Perfect for the discriminating life ling learner and students cramming for the exam

In this video, Mr. Beat counts down his top five greatest Vice Presidents in American history.

Before you dive into the specifics get a handle on the major historical ideas related to Manifest Destiny in 5 Minutes. Be sure to subscribe for fun, free and focused history lessons!

The drafting and adoption of the United States Constitution recalled many of the high ideals of liberty and freedom that were espoused during the Revolutionary War. But the compromises that were made to get all of the new states on board...

In 1789, the French Monarchy's habit of supporting democratic popular revolutions in North America backfired. Today, we're talking about the French Revolution. Across the world, people were rising up to throw off monarchies, and Louis...

While the English were falling apart a little, with their civil war and their restoration and their succession problems, the Dutch were getting their act together. They were throwing off the yoke of the Spanish Empire, uniting their...

In the 1860's, 11 southern states withdrew from the United States and formed the Confederacy. They seceded in response to the growing movement for the nationwide abolition of slavery. Yet barely a year after the Civil War ended, southern...

First of all you are not a dummy. Mr. Hughes serves up a healthy serving of the US Constitution in this lecture looking at the theme of change. Easy to digest and guaranteed not to make you throw up in your mouth. This lecture is...

Created for students taking US History and Government, specifically geared for the NY State Regents Exam. Vintage HHH, the old school stuff