Mr. Beat
The Most Underrated American President
Here's the story of James K. Polk, the most underrated President in American history. He did more in four years as President than most Presidents do in eight.
Hip Hughes History
How to Write an Essay for a History Exam: The Basics Explained
If you are one of tens of thousands of kids who freak out when it comes time to write that history essay and you are worried about bombing it, let me settle your nerves and give you enough advice to get that essay in decent shape to pass.
Curated Video
How the USA Grew: 13 Colonies to 50 States
This program is designed to give students a clear understanding of the historical events of various land acquisitions that led to the creation of the United States as it exists today. Archival footage combined with lively maps and...
Curated Video
The Donner Party’s Deadly Detour
Taking a shortcut in the unexplored American West was always a gamble – but for the Reed and Donner families it proved catastrophic.
Jack Rackam
From Sea to Shining Sea | The Life & Times of James K Polk
I told you I'd get around to Polk eventually, didn't I? Yes that's right it's time to learn about the man who incorporated Oregon Country, Texas, and almost the entire American Southwest into the US of A, and dive head-first into...
Hip Hughes History
Manifest Destiny Explained in One Minute
The fastest lecture on Manifest Destiny this side of the Mississippi River.
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Did You Know? Manifest Destiny
Learn more about the concept of Manifest Destiny and how it influenced U.S. history.
Hip Hughes History
The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 Explained in 3 Minutes: US History Review
Find out why I call the NW Ordinance of 1787 the "Uht Oh, Mama Got Pregnant Law".
Professor Dave Explains
Thomas Jefferson: Author of the Declaration of Independence (1801 - 1809)
Thomas Jefferson was quite an interesting fellow. He was definitely a genius, as he was an expert in pretty much everything you could be an expert of. He was a great writer, too. But there is a little of hypocrisy in there for good...
Hip Hughes History
Andrew Jackson - US President Review
HipHughes plows his way through the field of Jackson. Perfect for those in need of saving or those interested in learning. I promise to help you brain wrinkle and to lol.
Professor Dave Explains
James Polk: Best Mullet Ever (1845 - 1849)
Although James Polk was a strong figure in the oval office, he will always be remembered for that sweet, sweet hairstyle. Business in the front, party in the back. But lest we overlook his actual political accomplishments, let's dig a...
Hip Hughes History
Manifest Destiny Explained in 5 Minutes: US History Review
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!
PBS
The Mexican-American War
Why did America engage in the Mexican-American war? A history video explains the new country's desire to expand to the west coast—and, after Mexico's 1848 surrender, how it doubled in size overnight.
Crash Course
War & Expansion
How did the United States come to acquire two of its largest states? Your class members will learn about the sequence of events that led to and immediately followed the acquisition of Texas and California, including the Mexican-American...
Choices Program, Brown University
Choices: Westward Expansion: A New History
Scholars discuss the transformation of the North American continent in the nineteenth century, examining a complicated and violent history from two historical perspectives, that of the major events and policies that accompanied U.S....
PBS
Pbs Teachers: u.s. Mexican War Video Clip Library
A library of 24 video clips excerpted from the PBS documentary "U.S.-Mexican War (1846-1848)." Each clip is one-to-three minutes long and highlights a different facet of the war, including its causes and consequences.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Ap Us History Unit: Period 7: 1890 1945: Imperialism Debates
This video lesson from Khan Academy covers Period 7: 1890-1945 in American History. The debates surrounding America's transformation into an imperialist country are discussed. This resource is designed as a review for the AP US History...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Romantic Landscape Painting: Lesson 2
This lesson will overview the visual style and issues of Romanticism and the Hudson River School. It is 2 of 3 in the series titled "Romantic Landscape Painting."
Sacramento Bee
Gold Rush: Audio
A audio of the words of Sweet Medicine, an Indian leader, who warned his people of the onslaught of those who would invade their land seeking gold.
HipHughes History
Hip Hughes History: The Northwest Ordinance of 1787 Explained in 3 Minutes
A brief and humorous explanation of what the Northwest Ordinance was which may help students recall its significance when being tested. [2:38]