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Roman elite soldier died a hero during Pompeii’s cataclysm
Skeleton found on beach is identified as an elite Roman officer who was killed while rushing in to rescue others during the Mount Vesuvius eruption, almost 2,000 years ago.
One Minute History
Boudica - One Minute History
In the first century AD, Celtic Iceni queen Boudica leads an insurgency against Roman Empire forces as they conquer the British Isles. As dictated in her husband Prasutagus’s will, he bequeaths his kingdom to their two daughters and the...
History Hit
Michael Scott on Classical Connections: The ancient world sweet shop
How long were the Silk roads stable during the interconnection of east and west? ***The interviewers audio is lower than the guest speaker*** Michael Scott on Classical Connections, Part 6
History Hit
Michael Scott on Classical Connections: Trade journeys
Learn why stories of journeys in the ancient world is mostly patchy and unknown. ***The interviewers audio is lower than the guest speaker*** Michael Scott on Classical Connections, Part 3
History Hit
How Christianity Shapes Our Morality: The civilization crisis
Tom Holland concludes by explaining how much Christianity is a cultural civilizational phenomenon. How Christianity Shapes Our Morality, Part 7
History Hit
The Silk Roads: Trade and Movement: Overview of the Sassanian empire
What was the empire like at the time? What about the archaeology? The Silk Roads: Trade and Movement, Part 1
60 Second Histories
Slave Journey to the Coast
An African slave recounts how he was shackled and had to walk for two weeks till they reached a stone fort on the coast
History Hit
Ottoman Empire with Kate Fleet: The role of women
What was the role of women in Ottoman society? How did they drive it? Ottoman Empire with Kate Fleet, Part 6
Mr. Beat
Ask YouTube History Nerds - Who Is Most Influential Person In History?
YouTube history nerds unite to answer the big question: who is the most influential person in history? Their answers might surprise you.
60 Second Histories
Slave Market
An African slave describes the slave market in the Americas and how slaves were prepared for sale to make them look healthier and more attractive to prospective buyers
Encyclopaedia Britannica
EB Presents: The History of the Armenian Genocide
Overview of the history and controversy surrounding the Armenian Genocide.
Curated Video
The Resilience and Rediscovery of Quinoa
This video covers the history and characteristics of quinoa, an ancient grain that has gained popularity in recent years. The video also explores the rediscovery of quinoa by Americans in the 1970s and its cultivation in various...
Curated Video
William Jennings Bryan: Flag of an Empire Speech
Former U.S. Secretary of State, William Jennings Bryan spoke in Indianapolis back in 1900 on the opposition of Imperialism within America. The speech has since been entitled Flag of an Empire.
History Hit
Ottoman Empire with Kate Fleet: Viewing the Ottoman as the other
Learn how the ideas of Christians and Muslims being divided influence our thinking of the Ottoman empire. What happened at the gates of Vienna? Ottoman Empire with Kate Fleet, Part 2
History Hit
Tom Holland on the Birth of Islam: Interpretations of the Quran
Learn about the difference between the Bible and the Quran, and how interpretations are very important? Tom Holland on the Birth of Islam, Part 4
History Hit
Michael Scott on Classical Connections: Global interactivity
Why did we grow up thinking east and west were completely separate from each other in the ancient world? How has nomadic tribes influenced the ancient world at this time as well? ***The interviewers audio is lower than the guest...
Ancient Lights Media
Portugal
This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Portugal.
IT'S HISTORY
Vlad the Impaler - the real DRACULA - IT'S HISTORY
Some of us know that Dracula actually existed, but hardly anyone knows his biography. Vlad Tepesz was the ruler of Wallachia and a fierce enemy of the Ottoman Empire. His nickname originated from his most favorite form of punishment -...
History Hit
The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan: The birth of something new
What happened around the time of all the confrontations between the Byzantine and Persian superpowers? The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan, Part 5
Weird History
Who Where The Janisarries?
The Ottoman Empire is one of the most important and influential major empires in history, though it is sometimes overlooked in the West (which may have something to do with the Christianity-versus-Islam bent of Western historical...
History Hit
Hadrians Wall: Sending letters and combating disease
How did the Romans proactively combat the spread of disease? How advanced were the Romans living on the frontier? Hadrians Wall, Part 4
Curated Video
How Ethiopia Beat Colonialism | The Life & Times of Menelik II
Even before Italy got served at the Battle of Adwa, Menelik was a busy guy. Did anyone else know Ethiopia had its own Warring States period (Era of Princes / Zemene Mesafint)? Because I certainly didn't. And the fact that Tewodros did...
Mythology & Fiction Explained
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse - Who Are They & What Do They Represent?
Mythology & Fiction Explained explores the stories and ideas behind the four horsemen of the apocalypse
AllTime 10s
10 Greatest Warriors In History
Your history teachers may have shied away from them, but history is full of murderous maniacs psychopathically cleaving their way into legend. From a love-smitten viking to ferocious farmer to a man with actual freaking sword-arms, these...