Weird History
Hardcore Facts About Alexander Hamilton
Before 2015, it was common to hear that Alexander Hamilton was, by far, the most undervalued of all the American Founding Fathers. But with the explosive popularity of the Broadway musical Hamilton, that statement is no longer accurate....
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The Swivel Chair: How Thomas Jefferson Innovated the Office Chair
Thomas Jefferson’s words helped found a nation. But did you know that he also invented the modern day swivel chair?
Encyclopaedia Britannica
What Pop Culture Got Wrong: Alexander Hamilton
Learn about what Lin-Manuel Miranda got wrong about the historical facts in the musical Hamilton.
Curated Video
The Federalist Papers
The Federalist Papers were written by three of America's Founding Fathers, in an attempt to convince the American people that the Constitution should be ratified.
Curated Video
Hotboxing History: Is The United States Really United?
Have you ever wondered why cannabis is legal in some states but not others? It all goes back to the US Constitution – and another disagreement between the Founding Fathers.
Hip Hughes History
Alexander Hamilton Explained: US HIstory Review
HipHughes takes you through the essentials of Alexander Hamilton, grooving and griming through his economic policies that helped to strengthened the early republic. Perfect for students going over the basics or studying for a big exam.
Professor Dave Explains
James Madison: Father of the Constitution (1809 - 1817)
James Madison was a tiny fellow, but he packed a political punch. He was absolutely pivotal in the drafting of both the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, and he started the Democratic-Republican Party with Thomas Jefferson, all before...
Professor Dave Explains
George Washington: The Birth of a Nation (1789 - 1797)
So you wanna learn about American History, eh? Whether you are a history buff, or you want to figure out how America got to the screwed up place it's in now, this is the place to start your quest for knowledge! Each chapter will tell the...
Makematic
Alexander Hamilton
In this video, viewers will learn about Alexander Hamilton and his contributions to American history.
Weird History
How Founding Fathers Handled Yellow Fever
George Washington's second inauguration took place in Philadelphia in March 1793. Six months later, yellow fever had ripped through America's capital city, taking 5,000 lives. How did the Founding Fathers react when the epidemic called...
Wonderscape
History Kids: Constitutional Amendments 6 - 10
This video provides an overview of the Bill of Rights and its importance in protecting the rights of individuals in the United States. It discusses the 6th Amendment, which guarantees the right to a fair trial by an impartial jury, the...
Mazz Media
Understanding the Constitution: Judicial Branch
The Supreme Court interprets the meaning of the laws put forth by the executive and legislative branches of government. The program demonstrates how the Court assesses how laws are being applied, whether they violate the constitution,...
Cerebellum
America: Growth Of A New Nation 1798-1814 - International Context
American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. This video looks at how the...
Bloomberg
Do Supreme Court Justices Need a Code of Conduct?
In this video, we look at the history of judicial ethics and probe the constitutionality of creating a code of conduct for Supreme Court justices. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas is under scrutiny for failing to disclose thousands...
Bloomberg
There Is a Real Role for Cryptocurrencies, Reid Hoffman Says
Sep.08 -- Reid Hoffman, LinkedIn co-founder and partner at Greylock Partners, says there is a real role for cryptocurrencies in "helping us evolve." He appears on "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer-to-Peer Conversations." This was recorded...
Bloomberg
Jack Lew on Putting a Woman on $10 Bill
Feb. 24 -- U.S. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew sat down with Bloomberg's David Westin for an exclusive interview in Washington D.C. ahead of the G-20 meeting later this week in Shanghai, China. He discussed putting a woman on the $10 bill...
Curated Video
GOP calls impeachment a 'political hit job'
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy called the attempts by the Democratics to impeach President Donald Trump a "political hit job."
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GOP calls impeachment a 'political hit job'
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy called the attempts by the Democratics to impeach President Donald Trump a "political hit job."
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NYC tour guide makes ends meet after layoff
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NYC tour guide makes ends meet after layoff
With unemployment in the U.S. swelling to levels last seen during the Great Depression of the 1930s, 1 in 6 American workers have lost their jobs.
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NYC tour guide makes ends meet after layoff
With unemployment in the US swelling to levels last seen during the Great Depression of the 1930s, one in six American workers have lost their jobs.
C-SPAN
On This Day: Life and Contributions of Alexander Hamilton
Historians have been fascinated by Alexander Hamilton long before he was the subject of a Broadway hit. Using video resources, scholars explore how his early upbringing as an orphan and social outcast may have influenced his role in the...
National Constitution Center
The Constitutional Convention
The Founding Fathers are larger than life in history books, but an engaging video resource brings them up close to your pupils. As viewers meet the founders in the National Constitution Center's Signers' Hall, they learn about the...