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Athens: A Journey Through History
Exploring Ancient Civilization in Athens, Greece:"Our journey begins where much of our history began. We will visit the Parthenon in Athens, Greece. Considered one of the most important monuments of the millenarian western civilization....
Professor Dave Explains
Old World Archeology Part 1: The Western World
The first place that human civilization truly began was Ancient Mesopotamia, between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in the Middle East. This was followed by Egypt, Greece, and many others. How did these regions develop through to the...
Curated Video
The Iliad Story for Kids | Bedtime History
Unravel the timeless tale of gods, heroes, and the legendary Trojan War that has fascinated audiences for millennia. Discover the origins of Homer's masterpiece, its cultural significance in the ancient world, and its enduring impact on...
Crash Course
The Persians & Greeks Crash Course World History
In which John compares and contrasts Greek civilization and the Persian Empire. Of course we're glad that Greek civilization spawned modern western civilization, right? Maybe not. From Socrates and Plato to Darius and Xerxes, John...
The Guardian
The Rise of Populist Ideology in Greece
Journalist Paul Lewis travels to Greece to learn more about the agenda and appeal of the populist party in the country. Anti-immigrant sentiment is one of the main factors the party hopes to leverage. How Steve Bannon's Far-Right...
Curated OER
Ancient Rome: Constantine - Part 6/6
Tired, and nearly broken, Licinius barely makes it home from the war. Although Constantine and his army succeed, Licinius is able to retire with his family to Greece, leaving Constantine as the sole emperor. Learn what happens to...
Curated OER
Engineering an Empire - Greece (Part 1/5)
Themistocles' outsider status permits him to unify the disparate Greek city-states to battle the invading Persian army and his crafty strategy leads to a stunning victory at Salamis. Narrated by Peter Weller, this History Channel...
Crash Course
The Presocratics: Crash Course History of Science #2
How did early scientists arrive at the notion that everything was made of atoms? Meet the Presocratics during the second installment in an engaging History of Science series. Viewers discover how these pioneers developed a model for...