60 Second Histories
Roman weapons - the shield
A legionary explains what a scutum is, and explains how it was made of wood, reinforced for strength and decorated with the emblem of their legion.
60 Second Histories
Roman armour - lorica hamata
A legionary describes the armour called lorica hamata, also known as chainmail, explaining how it was lightweight and gave the legionaries protection whilst still being able to move easily
Curated Video
Exploring Naples: Pizza, History, and Sweet Delights
Join us on a captivating journey to Naples, Italy - a city steeped in history, bursting with vibrant culture, and renowned for its delectable cuisine. In this video, we delve into the many facets that make Naples a must-visit destination.
Oxford Comma
The Old Lie: Reading, Summary, and Analysis of Owen's "Dulce et Decorum Est"
From the trenches of the Great War, Wilfred Owen composed some of the most haunting poetry of the 20th century. The war would eventually take hiss life, but not before he penned a warning for his and future generations about the horrors...
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Roman weapons - the pilum
This short video describes a legionary's spear and how it was used and recycled
Weird History
Most Common Killers In Ancient Rome and Greece
Common causes of death in ancient Greece and Rome had a lot to do with a lack of modern healthcare and wellness. In an urban society with no central plumbing, impure water supplies that transmitted bacteria, and insufficient medical...
60 Second Histories
Roman priestess
A Roman priestess describes her life, serving in the temple of Vestal. She explains how long she has served there and the duties she is expected to carry out
Economics Explained
The Economy of Ancient Rome
Ancient Rome was perhaps the most significant ancient civilization to have existed throughout history, the empire lived for over 1000 years and in that time, it gave us the foundations for our modern society. Democracy, a court-based...
60 Second Histories
A Roman legionary's helmet
A legionary describes a galea, an Imperial Gallic helmet, showing where its strength lies and how it protected the Roman soldiers.
60 Second Histories
A Roman legionary's clothing
This short video explores the basic clothing worn by a legionary using latin names such as bracae for the trousers and caligae for the sandals
Programming Electronics Academy
Logic Levels: Arduino Course 4.1
A description of HIGH and LOW logic levels and binary.
Weird History
What It Was Like To Live In Ancient Rome During Its Golden Age
Ancient Rome was at its apex from the second century BC through the second century AD. During the Pax Romana of the first and second centuries AD, Rome benefited from the expansion of its empire, with vast amounts of wealth and diverse...
Weird History
What Was It Like To Be A Roman Gladiator
Gladiators were the rock stars of the Roman Empire. But what was gladiator combat like? How did the slaves of the arena fight and survive over centuries worth of matches? Gladiator combat was a little different than movies would have you...
Curated Video
Marcus Aurelius Brought to Life with Motion & Color, History Included
Marcus Aurelius: the famous Stoic Emperor. His road to emperorship was long and winding. His time as emperor was even harder. Plagued by disease and wars, Aurelius still managed to maintain his philosophical point of view. Ideas from his...
60 Second Histories
A Roman centurion
This brief video describes a centurion, the Roman officer in charge of eighty legionaries. It covers his clothing, armour and equipment all with their latin names
Next Animation Studio
Man fleeing Pompeii eruption killed via asphyxiation, not giant stone: archaeologists
New evidence has been unearthed in the case of the history's unluckiest man. Archaeologists searching the site of the man believed to have been crushed by a stone block during the Mt Vesuvius eruption in 79 A.D. have found the rest of...
60 Second Histories
Roman armour - lorica segmentata
A legionary describes the armour called lorica segmentata or 'segmented' armour which is heavier and more uncomfortable but offers better protection, it's even arrowproof
IT'S HISTORY
Blood & Glory - the truth about Gladiators I IT'S HISTORY
Today we will travel back in time to the ancient Rome. Who were the Gladiators?
Next Animation Studio
Volcanic eruption in Alaska may have helped end the Roman Republic: study
According to new research, a powerful volcanic eruption in modern-day Alaska around 44 B.C. may have contributed to the Roman Republic’s downfall on the other side of the globe.
Wonderscape
History Kids: The Roman Empire
In this video, we explore the lasting legacies of ancient Rome in the areas of art, architecture, engineering, and language. Also, the influence of Latin on language, including the development of Romance languages and the use of Latin...
60 Second Histories
Introduction to the Roman Empire
This short video describes the Roman Empire and the countries it spanned such as Germany or Germania, France or Gallia and Britain which used to be known as Albion.
Curated Video
I WONDER - What Is Air Pollution?
This video is answering the question of what is air pollution.