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The Iroquois Confederacy - America's First Democracy
The Iroquois Confederacy or Haudenosaunee is believed to be the one of the world’s oldest participatory democracies and the oldest democratic form of government on the American continent. Originally made from five Native American tribes:...
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The Battle Of The Wabash || St. Clair's Defeat || US Army's Biggest Defeat
The Battle of the Wabash or St. Clair's defeat was a battle fought in 1791 on the Wabash river, near present day Fort Recovery, Ohio. The battle is also reffered as the Battle of a Thousand Slain. It's the US Army's Biggest or worst...
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Washington, DC: Monuments, History, and Food
Washington DC, USA:"We will go to Washington DC, where we will know the monuments that decorate the National Mall, we will mix with the locals in Georgetown, we will walk the corridors of the White House and we will know firsthand what...
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Ed Ayers - A New Way to Teach American History
Edward Ayers is Tucker-Boatwright Professor of the Humanities at the University of Richmond, where he is President Emeritus. President Barack Obama awarded him the National Humanities Medal in 2013, hailing his "commitment to making our...
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I WONDER - What Was The Montgomery Bus Boycott?
This video is answering the question of what was the Montgomery Bus Boycott.
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I WONDER - What Was The March On Washington?
This video is answering the question of what was the March on Washington.
Great Big Story
The remarkable journey of Robert Smalls, from slavery to statesman
Uncover the inspiring story of Robert Smalls, who escaped slavery via a daring sea mission and later became a significant political figure.
Epic History TV
St. Clair's Defeat: The Battle of the Wabash
On November 4, 1791, Native American forces of the Northwestern Confederacy launched a devastating surprise attack on General Arthur St. Clair’s US Army encampment near the Wabash River. The ensuing battle resulted in catastrophic losses...
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St. Clair’s Campaign: The Path to Catastrophe, 1791
In the autumn of 1791, General St. Clair's expedition faced severe challenges: slow progress, supply shortages, low morale, and desertions. As his weakened force camped on exposed terrain near the Wabash River, unaware of the looming...
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St. Clair's Expedition: An Army Marches Into the Wilderness
General St. Clair's expedition of 1791 aimed to crush Native American resistance in the Northwest Territory and secure US control over the region. Hampered by corruption, supply shortages, and poorly trained troops, the campaign’s...
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The Northwest Territory: Washington’s Gamble and the Native Resistance
In 1787, the United States faced mounting debt and unrest as settlers pushed illegally into the Northwest Territory, sparking violent resistance from Native American tribes. Despite calls for fairness, President George Washington...
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The Irish-Choctaw friendship
In 1847 the Choctaw, a Native American tribe, helped the people of Ireland who were struggling with famine. A friendship between the two nations was formed that is still alive today.
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The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost
Listen to the poem read and hear a brief history about Robert Frost and the poem.
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Sacajawea for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about the brave young Shoshone Sacajawea, as she guides Lewis and Clark across the dangerous wilderness of America to find a better trail to the West.
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Neil Armstrong Story for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about Neil Armstrong, from his childhood in Ohio and his interest in airplanes to his missions in the Korean War and his time as a test pilot, to the Gemini and Apollo 11 missions.
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Robert E. Lee For Kids
Learn about Robert E. Lee, the skilled Confederate general of the American Civil War.
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Martin Luther King, Jr. For Kids
Learn about the great civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr. from his days as a pastor to his great march on Washington, and about the change that came from his efforts to bring about equality in the United States and across the world.
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Jefferson Davis For Kids
Learn about Jefferson Davis, the politician who became the controversial President of the Confederate States during the American Civil War.
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George Washington and Mount Vernon For Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about George Washington's years at his plantation and estate in Virginia called Mount Vernon.
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D-Day History For Kids
Learn about the plans leading up to D-Day and its importance as one of the defining battles of World War 2.
Bedtime History
Bruce Lee For Kids
Learn about Bruce Lee, the famous Chinese actor and athlete who amazed audiences across the world with his action-packed films and superhuman martial art abilities.
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Benjamin Franklin For Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about one of the most well known Founding Fathers, Benjamin Franklin, who was also a writer, inventor and philanthropist. Check out this book we LOVE! ▶ (https://amzn.to/3gLG0CM)
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Amelia Earhart For Kids
Learn about one of the most famous pilots of all time, the Queen of the Air, Amelia Earhart.
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The Lasting Impact of the California Gold Rush
Discover how the California Gold Rush reshaped the United States, from the rise of the Transcontinental Railroad to the lasting effects on Native and Chinese communities. Learn how the Gold Rush set the stage for California's reputation...