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Rising Tensions and American Imperialism
This video explores the escalating tensions between the United States and Spain, influenced by yellow journalism and public sentiment. It also delves into the historical context of Cuba's struggle for independence and America's growing...
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Following in the Footsteps of Neanderthals: Exploring Their Diet, Tools, and Social Lives
Join us on a journey through Europe and Western Asia as we explore the world of Neanderthals. Discover how they adapted to fluctuating climates, hunted large animals, and foraged for plants. Learn about their sophisticated tools, mastery...
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Aftermath, Consequences, and Legacies of the Spanish-American War
This video discusses the aftermath of the Spanish-American War, including the territorial gains for the United States, the impact on Theodore Roosevelt's political career, medical advancements, and the ongoing debate about the cause of...
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Opportunities of Desalination to Ensure Water Supply
The Sau (SU) water reservoir in Barcelona, Spain, is one of the region's largest sources of water at 90 percent capacity. But only a year earlier this image was very different. Spanish officials are working on new ideas to ensure that...
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Football Shorts - Episode 65 SWEDEN TO MEET LATVIA
COMING UP TO THEIR FINAL QUALIFIER AGAINST LATVIA, SWEDEN WERE NOT CERTAIN OF A PLACE IN THE EURO 2008 FINALS TOURNAMENT IN AUSTRIA AND SWITZERLAND. THE TEAM HAD RECENTLY LOST 3-1 TO SPAIN AND NORTHERN IRELAND HAD BEATEN DENMARK 2-1....
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Football Shorts - Episode 41 GLACIER MATCH & GROUP STANDINGS SO FAR
WITH EXACTLY 12 MONTHS TO THE START OF THE EURO 2008 FINALS TOURNAMENT, AN UNUSUAL FIVE-A-SIDE MATCH BETWEEN AUSTRIA AND SWITZERLAND WAS PLAYED OUT ON A GLACIER BENEATH THE SUMMIT OF SWITZERLAND'S JUNGFRAU MOUNTAIN. AT THE END OF MARCH,...
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Football Shorts - Episode 31 ENGLAND PREPARES FOR FRIENDLY WITH SPAIN
ENGLAND WAS TO FACE SPAIN IN A FRIENDLY INTERNATIONAL IN MANCHESTER AND WAS LIKELY TO LINE UP UNDER THE CAPTAINCY OF LIVERPOOL MIDFIELDER STEVEN GERRARD. HE WAS TIPPED TO TAKE OVER, AS SKIPPER JOHN TERRY HAD ONLY JUST RETURNED FROM A...
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Football Shorts - Episode 140 TWO NEW NATIONAL COACHES
FORMER SPAIN AND SERBIA COACH JAVIER CLEMENTE HAS ACCEPTED AN OFFER TO TAKE CHARGE OF THE IRANIAN NATIONAL SIDE DURING THE QUALIFICATION PHASE FOR THE 2010 WORLD CUP. THE THREE-TIMES ASIAN CUP WINNERS HAVE BEEN WITHOUT A COACH SINCE THE...
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Football Shorts - Episode 58 DENMARK-SPANISH TRAINING
IT WAS GETTING TOWARD THE BUSINESS END OF THE EUROPEAN QUALIFIERS AND MOST TEAMS VYING FOR A PLACE IN THE EURO 2008 FINALS TOURNAMENT HAD BEEN HIT HARD BY INJURY PROBLEMS. COACH OF THE SPANISH NATIONAL TEAM LIUS ARAGONES WOULD BE WITHOUT...
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Behind the scenes at JFK, protecting agriculture with customs
Discover how JFK airport staff handle the daily influx of prohibited food items to safeguard American agriculture.
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Origins of the Alamo: From Mission to Fortress
Uncover the early history of the Alamo, originally established as the Mission San Antonio de Valero in the 1700s by Spanish settlers in Texas. This video traces its transformation from a religious mission aimed at converting Native...
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The Science Behind Clairvoyance and Astrology: Debunking Myths
Dive into the intriguing world of clairvoyance and astrology to discover what science has to say about these ancient practices. This video explores how psychics and astrologers use techniques like cold reading and the Barnum effect to...
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The Voyages of Christopher Columbus
Dr. Forrester talks about Columbus’s famous first voyage to the New World on the Pinta, the Niña, and the Santa María. She then introduces Amerigo Vespucci and explains why America was named after him.
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Vespucci and Ponce de León
Dr. Forrester tells about the voyages to the New World of two famous Spanish explorers, Amerigo Vespucci and Juan Ponce de León.
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Columbus’s Second Voyage
Dr. Forrester talks about Columbus’s second voyage to the New World with seventeen ships and a thousand men.
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The Mexican Culture in America
Dr. Forrester talks about the Mexican-American culture and how it has influenced our culture in the United States.
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The Spanish Missions in America
Dr. Forrester tells about the Spanish missionaries who built missions throughout the Americas and talks about how those missions functioned.
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Hernando de Soto and Don Pedro Menéndez
Dr. Forrester tells about the famous Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto and his expedition to the Mississippi River. She then tells the story of the Spanish explorer who followed, Don Pedro Menéndez.
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The Growth of a Nation
Dr. Forrester explains that the United States became a country in 1783 after seven hard fought years of the American Revolution. The original thirteen colonies became thirteen states. The United States grew to a total of fifty states as...
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Exploring Game of Thrones’ Real-Life Dragonstone
Discover the mythical islet in Spain, home to Game of Thrones locations and historical landmarks
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Julius Caesar 1.1 Caesar’s Rise to Power
This video explores the dramatic rise of Julius Caesar against the backdrop of the Roman Republic's political dynamics, highlighting his early alliance with Pompey, his unparalleled military successes in Gaul, and the consequential civil...
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The Mezquita of Córdoba, A Monument to Cultural Harmony
Discover the Mezquita in Córdoba, Spain, a UNESCO site blending Islamic and Christian traditions in a testament to centuries of religious tolerance.
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The Battle of Cannae: Rome's Last Stand Against Hannibal
This video provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the Battle of Cannae in 216 BC, where Hannibal faced a massive Roman army led by Consuls Paulus and Varro. It highlights the strategic and logistical challenges faced by...
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Exploring Clean Energy Solutions: Innovations in Coal Refining, Energy-Efficient Buildings, and Biodiesel Production
This video explores innovative approaches to address the environmental impact of traditional fossil fuels, focusing on advancements in clean energy technologies such as refined coal combustion and biodiesel production. From reducing...