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The Great Chicago Fire of 1871
Dr. Forrester tells the story of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, and the incredible rebuilding effort that returned Chicago to prominence as one of America’s largest and greatest cities.
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Romeo and Juliet 1.2 Metaphor: "Transparent heretics"
This video provides an in-depth analysis of Act 1, Scene 2 of "Romeo and Juliet," where Benvolio tries to persuade Romeo to consider other women at the Capulet's party, hoping he'll realize Rosaline isn't as special as he thinks. The...
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Castaway Water - Part 1
JP Rothbone and his Sniveling Cronies have designed an amazing water filtration system that would allow everyone on Earth to have pure, clean drinking water - at a steep price, of course! In true Rothbone fashion though, JP sets off to...
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Macbeth 2.2 Interview: Macbeth and Lady Macbeth
This video delves into Lady Macbeth's pivotal role in plotting King Duncan's murder in Shakespeare's "Macbeth," Act 2. It focuses on her manipulation and the psychological tactics she uses to ensure the success of their plan, including...
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Light up the night, Tultepec's National Pyrotechnic Festival
Experience the explosive spectacle of Tultepec's festival, where fireworks and tradition ignite.
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Julius Caesar 3.2 Scene Summary
In this video, Brutus speaks to a restless crowd in Rome, defending his role in Caesar's assassination as a patriotic act for the good of Rome. Following Brutus, Mark Antony subtly manipulates public sentiment, turning the crowd towards...
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Julius Caesar 3.1 Performance: Brutus and Cassius, Lines 165-184a
This video segment portrays a critical moment from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where the conspirators, led by Brutus, address Mark Antony after Caesar's assassination. Brutus attempts to justify their brutal actions, asserting that...
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Julius Caesar 3.1 Interview: Caesar
This video provides an insightful look into the moments leading up to Julius Caesar's assassination as he approaches the Capitol on the Ides of March. Surrounded by his fellow statesmen and adoring crowds, Caesar dismisses warnings and...
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Julius Caesar 1.3 Word Nerd: Offal
Explore how the word "offal" is used today and how it was used in Shakespeare's time. While today it usually refers to leftover animal parts, the word used to refer to a range of leftover parts and pieces, including carpentry scraps.
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Julius Caesar 1.3 Performance: Casca, Lines 15-32
This video provides an analysis of a scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," where Casca describes a series of ominous supernatural occurrences. He recounts seeing a slave whose hand burned like torches without being harmed,...
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Julius Caesar 1.3 Interview Casca and Cassius
This video offers an in-depth analysis of a scene from Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar" where characters Casca and Cassius discuss ominous natural phenomena and their interpretations. Casca describes unusual and terrifying events like men...
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Solitude Above the Clouds, A Fire Lookout's Life
Explore the serene yet vigilant life of Leif Haugen, a fire lookout, amidst the majestic solitude of Thoma Lookout.
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The Day Henry Met...A Fire Engine
Henry meets a friendly Fire Engine. It's his first day on the job and he's a little nervous when a call comes in about a cat stuck up a tree. Henry becomes a Fireman for the day and helps Fire Engine rescue the Cat from the tree.
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Wildfire
This video introduces the viewer to the different types of wildfire and the ways in which wildfire impacts larger ecosystems. Clear definitions of wildfire and brushfire are included.
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Echoes of Elegance: The Abandoned Château de la Mothe-Chandeniers
Uncover the story of the Château de la Mothe-Chandeniers, from noble celebrations to ruin after a devastating fire.
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Life-Saving Innovation: The Spider Harness System for Rapid High-Rise Evacuation
Introducing the Spider - a revolutionary harness system designed for rapid evacuation of tall buildings during emergencies. This innovative device lowers individuals to safety within minutes, reaching heights of up to fifty stories. With...
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Advanced Fire Detection Technology: Saving Lives and Homes from Wildfires
Scientists from San Diego State University have developed a cutting-edge system of sensors to detect wildfires in remote areas before they escalate. These sensors, installed in three sites in San Diego County, can identify the start of a...
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Navigating Literary Elements and Techniques
This video provides an in-depth exploration of literary elements and techniques used by writers to craft engaging stories. It covers themes, atmosphere, foreshadowing, diction, and anaphora, offering insights into how these tools shape...
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Exploring the Origins and Traditions of Paella
Paella is a beloved Spanish dish with a rich history dating back centuries. Originating from the Valencia region, this flavorful rice dish is traditionally cooked in a two-handled pan called a Patella. Key ingredients include fresh...
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Blue Mountain: Using Supercomputers to Predict Wildfire Behavior
This video showcases the power of the Blue Mountain supercomputer at Los Alamos National Laboratory. It highlights how the computer can simulate and predict the behavior of wildfires, helping to save lives and minimize damage to forests....
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Super Scooper: A Solution to Southeast Asia's Forest Fires
The Super Scooper is an amphibious plane that can quickly and efficiently scoop up over 6000 liters of water in just 12 seconds. With its ability to make repeated sorties to forest fires in inaccessible areas, it can deliver 56,000...
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AWS, JavaScript, React - Deploy Web Apps on the Cloud - React Lifecycle Events
This video illustrates a lifecycle event in React. It explains the different functions defined and invoked during an event and how the functions work to cause an effect on the event.
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Charles Meets a Fire Marshal by Miko Marsh
Charles and his classmates meet a fire marshal and learn some tips for fire safety. This book can be used to: - reinforce lessons from fire safety themes and presentations - encourage children to participate in fire drills - show...
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It's Brave to Cry by Rebecca Robinson
Clay is a young boy who has trouble expressing his emotions. After a hard day at school, Clay’s dad encourages him to feel empowered to share his feelings and tells him that this is a brave thing to do. Unconvinced, Clay sets off on an...