TED-Ed
TED-Ed: What really happened to Oedipus? | Stephen Esposito
When Queen Jocasta of Thebes gave birth to Oedipus, a grim air seized the occasion. Her husband, King Laius, had received a prophecy from Apollo's oracle foretelling that he would die at the hands of his own son. Determined to escape...
Curated Video
Greek Architecture: The Column
“Greek Architecture: The Column” will explain the different types of columns used by the ancient Greeks and their influence on U.S. government buildings.
Curated Video
The Power of Fiction and Nonfiction: Understanding Tragedy and Retention
This video discusses the differences between fiction and nonfiction and how they can be used to communicate information. It uses the example of a classic tragedy to illustrate the power of storytelling and the importance of facts and...
Religion for Breakfast
Where Did Ancient Christians Meet?
In this episode we examine the topic: Where Did Ancient Christians Meet?
60 Second Histories
Olympic Games - how they started
This short video explores how and when the Olympic games started and discusses the other games that were also held at the time
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Tyrins, Mycenaean walls in the lower citadel
Tyrins, Mycenaean walls in the lower citadel
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MS AERIAL TU Shot of corinth canal / Corinth, Peloponnese, Greece
MS AERIAL TU Shot of corinth canal / Corinth, Peloponnese, Greece
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MS AERIAL TS Shot of corinth canal with houses / Corinth, Peloponnese, Greece
MS AERIAL TS Shot of corinth canal with houses / Corinth, Peloponnese, Greece
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WS AERIAL View of corinth canal with city / Corinth, Peloponnese, Greece
WS AERIAL View of corinth canal with city / Corinth, Peloponnese, Greece
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MS AERIAL TS Shot of corinth canal / Corinth, Peloponnese, Greece
MS AERIAL TS Shot of corinth canal / Corinth, Peloponnese, Greece