Crash Course
18th Century Warfare: Crash Course European History
European powers had a lot of wars in the 18th century, and they weren't confined to Europe. Conflict raged across the globe, in what might be called a World War...but we don't call it that, because we already have a couple of those...
Makematic
The Thirteen Colonies: 1607 - 1763
Over 200 years, British settlers successfully founded the Thirteen Colonies, driven by desires for religious freedom, self-governance, and economic opportunities.
Makematic
The Seven Years' War: the First Global War
In 1756, Great Britain and France went to war for control of land, resources and global influence. The Seven Years’ War was the first truly global conflict, marked by major events across five continents.
Makematic
Europe and North America: 1620-1763
The period from 1620 to 1763 was a pivotal era that defined the relationship between Europe and North America. In this timeline video, learn how events in Europe influenced the colonization of North America and eventually solidified...
Makematic
The French and Indian War
The French and Indian War was a bloody struggle between Britain and France for control over North America. It created the conditions for the American Revolution.
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The Stamp Act
The Stamp Act of 1765 imposed the first direct British tax on American colonists, igniting widespread protest and setting the stage for rebellion.
Makematic
The Townshend Acts
The Townshend Acts of 1767-68 imposed heavy taxes on American colonists, sparking widespread protests and setting the stage for the American Revolution.
Makematic
The Seven Years' War: Britain and France Fight for Power
Fought between 1756 and 1763, the Seven Years' War was the first truly global conflict. In this video, learn about how the war reshaped power dynamics between Great Britain and France.
Wonderscape
The Shawnee Tribe: Nomadic Lifestyle and Historical Conflicts
This video explores the culture, lifestyle, and history of the Shawnee tribe, known for their nomadic lifestyle in Ohio's Scioto River Valley. It covers their alliances with the French during the French and Indian War, their siding with...
Wonderscape
The Beginning of Paul Revere’s Revolutionary Movement
Delve into the early stages of Paul Revere’s involvement in the revolutionary movement. Discover how this skilled silversmith and engraver adapted his trade during hard times, creating eyeglass frames, false teeth, and business cards to...
Wonderscape
Paul Revere’s Early Years
Uncover the lesser-known early years of the American patriot Paul Revere. Learn about his father, Apollos Revoir, a French immigrant who settled in Boston, and how Paul followed in his father’s footsteps as a goldsmith. Explore Revere’s...
Curated Video
The Rise of Prussia | The Life & Times of Frederick the Great
This is the second Frederick the second I’ve talked about on this channel, ain’t that neat? Frederick II of Prussia was the son of Frederick William of Prussia and the grandson of George I of England on his mom’s side, ooh I am just full...
Hip Hughes History
The Proclamation Line of 1763 Explained: US History Review
What were the results of the French and Indian War? How did the Proclamation of 1763 effect the New World? A look at how the Proclamation Line of 1763 effected the colonists, Great Britain and the Native Americans. Perfect for APUSH...
Hip Hughes History
The French & Indian War Explained: US History Review
Learn how George Washington got his ass kicked twice, where the word cajun comes from and why Pittsburgh was once part of the French frontier. Perfect for AP United States students, US History students or wierdo life long lerarners,...
Weird History
Military Tactics of Native Americans
Long before the first Europeans set foot on American soil, the native people who lived there had spent centuries perfecting the art of combat. Even after visitors arrived from across the vast oceans with superior technology and weaponry,...
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: The Great Plains Region: Historical Highlights
This clip explores the historical history, and some important cultural features of the Great Plains Region.
Curated Video
The Citizen Soldier
With the first shots of the American Revolution, they downed tools and ran to help in the fight for independence. This is the story of the ordinary people who helped found a nation.
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: Louisiana
This clip explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of Louisiana.
Wonderscape
History Kids: Causes of the Revolutionary War
In this educational video, we explore the events leading up to the American Revolution and the formation of a democratic government in the United States. We delve into the French and Indian War, the Stamp Act, and the Boston Tea Party,...
Mazz Media
American Revolution
This live-action video program is about the word American Revolution. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the word American Revolution through use of video footage, photographs,...
Khan Academy
US History Overview 1: Jamestown to the Civil War
Complete with territory maps, photos, and interesting anecdotes, this video covers the major events of American History, roughly from 1754 to 1865. Plymouth and Jamestown are mentioned at the beginning of the video, but the speaker...
Crash Course
The Seven Years War and the Great Awakening
This fantastic video discusses the economic foundations and major implications of the Seven Years War in the United States. It begins by covering the roots of the war in the battle between the British and French over trade in the...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Crash Course Us History: The Seven Years War and the Great Awakening
John Green teaches you about the beginnings of the American Revolution in a video titled The Seven Years War. Confusing? Maybe. John argues that the Seven Years War, which is often called the French and Indian War in the US, laid a lot...
Have Fun With History
Have Fun With History: Fort Ticonderoga
This strategic fort played a role in both the French and Indian war and the American Revolutionary War. A walkthrough and history of the fort and the commanders who used it under French, British, then American rule.