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How is Queen Elizabeth related to other European monarchs?
How is Queen Elizabeth related to other European monarchs?
One Minute History
193 - Monarchy - One Minute History
A monarchy is a form of government where a monarch, such as a king or queen, functions as the head of state. (~3273 BCE) Narmer became the first Pharaoh, or king, of Egypt after unifying upper and lower Egypt; establishing the First...
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Should Monarchies Still Exist in the 21st century? | Debate with J.J. McCullough
Should Monarchies Still Exist in the 21st century? | Debate with J.J. McCullough
Curated Video
Types of Monarchies
"Types of Monarchies" analyzes the purposes, structure, and functions of absolute and constitutional monarchies.
One Minute History
157 Queen Elizabeth II - One Minute History
Before she was Queen Elizabeth II, she was Elizabeth Alexandra Mary; born on April 21, 1926. She was never supposed to be the queen, but her uncle — King Edward — abdicated in 1936, making her father George VI king. With the outbreak of...
The Economist
How to be a modern royal
Monarchies around the world are surviving—many are thriving. What is the secret to their success?
Mazz Media
Montesqueiu's Ideas About Government
Montesqueiu's Ideas About Government
In this video students will learn about Montesquieu one of the foremost political philosophers of the Enlightenment. Viewers will come to understand that his writings explore various forms of...
Curated Video
SYND 15-10-71 PERSEPOLIS GETTING READY FOR CELEBRATING 25TH CENTENARY OF PERSIAN MONARCHY
Scenes in Persepolis, centre of Iran's 25th centenary celebrations.
1. gv Persepolis ruins
2. ms, zoom in to cu sign describing ruins
3. ms ruins of temple
4. various of ruins
5. gv ruins, zoom in to tents erected for the...
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : Arab League denounces Iran interference
CLEAN : Arab League denounces Iran interference
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LIB 30-07-73 PEOPLE VOTE IN REFERENDUM TO ABOLISH MONARCHY
The referendum for abolishing the monarchy in favour of a republic and elected as its first president Mr. George Papadopulos, 54-year-old former artillery colonel, who masterminded the 1967 army coup. The President-Elect has promised to...
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : Arab League declares Lebanons Hezbollah terror group
CLEAN : Arab League declares Lebanons Hezbollah terror group
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : FILE: Japan emperor to address nation amid abdication reports(2)
CLEAN : FILE: Japan emperor to address nation amid abdication reports(2)
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : Russia chemical arms plan wont stop Syria
CLEAN : Russia chemical arms plan wont stop Syria
AFP News Agency
CLEAN : Russia chemical arms plan won't stop Syria
CLEAN : Russia chemical arms plan won't stop Syria
Macat
An Introduction to Ernst Kantorowicz's The Kings Two Bodies
Long live the king! A video summary of The King's Two Bodies by Ernst Kantorowicz discusses political theology during the medieval period and how body politics could survive the body natural. The video uses illustrations and clear...
TED-Ed
What Caused the French Revolution?
Was cake really the cause of the French Revolution? Learn about all of the political elements and implications that led to the end of 1,000 years of French monarchy, and how the upheaval began the first French Republic at the end of the...
Curated OER
The Difference between the United Kingdom, Great Britain, and England Explained
Explore the differences between the United Kingdom, Great Britain, and England with a video that offers an in-depth look into each region and answers common questions about the surrounding countries. The video includes facts, engaging...
Curated OER
Brief Overview of All Types of Government!
A video for a high school government class defines five major forms of government (monarchy, anarchy, oligarchy, democracy, and republic) and compares them in terms of pros and cons for society. The video is good, but it does highlight...
Curated OER
A (Brief) History of Democracy Part 2
The concluding segment of this two-part student project video begins with the Renaissance and ends with an homage to John Fitzgerald Kennedy and Pierre Trudeau.
Curated OER
Constitution Lecture 4: Democracy or Republic?
Part four defines oligarchy, monarchy, republic, and democracy. Each type of government is defined in terms of its linguistic and historical origins and how rights are granted in each form of government. Give your upper graders a clear...