SciShow
7 Super Toxic U.S. Sites
Let's face it: Humans are pretty messy. Industrial processes like mining and manufacturing are important parts of keeping civilization going, but they all impact the environment. Sometimes that impact is particularly big and messy,...
TED Talks
Eric Sanderson: New York -- before the City
400 years after Hudson found New York harbor, Eric Sanderson shares how he made a 3D map of Mannahatta's fascinating pre-city ecology of hills, rivers, wildlife -- accurate down to the block -- when Times Square was a wetland and you...
Wonderscape
Ellis Island: A Gateway to Dreams and New Beginnings
Discover the story of Ellis Island, where millions of immigrants first stepped into America. Learn about its transformation from a small land to the United States' first immigration station, and how it became a symbol of new beginnings...
Curated Video
Dishonor: Benedict Arnold
Benedict Arnold's once-valiant reputation soured as he betrayed the American Revolution for greed. His name now represents dishonor and the dangers of lost trust.
Curated Video
Department of Transportation
The Department of Transportation ensures the equitable and safe transport of goods and people along our roads, railways, skies, waterways and airspace. So, why did it take so long to come into existence?
Curated Video
Building the Erie Canal: Explained
The earliest major industrial project in the United States’ history, the Erie Canal connected East to West by water and enabled a new era of commerce, trade, and movement.
Curated Video
Hubris: Aaron Burr
Aaron Burr's ambition led him from political prominence to infamy. Fueled by hubris, he dueled Hamilton and plotted treason, showcasing the perils of unchecked pride.
All Ears English
1942 - Come Along and Learn How to Use this English Preposition
Do you get confused when it comes to using the English preposition 'along'? What's the difference between on and along? Get answers to this tough grammar question today.
Curated Video
George Washington Brought to Life: Facial Reconstructions & History Documentary
George Washington: Facial Reconstructions & History Documentary. What did George Washington do during his lifetime, why is he so important, and even one step further, what did he really look like? What did America’s first President...
Rachel's English
Places and Idioms! American English Pronunciation
Learn the pronunciation of a few place names (Baltimore, DC, Boston, Denver) and study the pronunciation of the phrases "for work", "for school", "for fun". Also learn the idioms "hiccup", "bump in the road", "hurdle to jump", "put on...
Rachel's English
ESL PRONUNCIATION EXERCISE: Free Time - American English
Learn HOW to study American English pronunciation in this video where we study the text together -- a Ben Franklin Exercise. You'll study word stress, Stop T's, the reduction of AND and TO, and other great topic to improve your spoken...
Rachel's English
IMPOSSIBLE! [or NOT?] – Learn English Conversation in 4 Hours Part 34
If you want to know how to learn English conversation, improve your English comprehension, think in English, speak faster and stop translating in your head this video is just for you! English conversation practice is the best way to move...
Cerebellum
America: Nationalism And Change 1818-1830 - Gibbons V Ogden 1824
American democracy has a lineage of written records that we can trace to show the development of our nation, and how each document builds on those before it to make our foundation of freedom stronger. This video examines the documents...
The March of Time
MOT 1933: NEW YORK, NEW YORK: WS Statue of Liberty w/ Hudson River FG. Two men taking tickets from man in ticket window. MS Steamship traveling on water. Refugee men being interviewed in salon by immigration inspectors in uniform.
MOT 1933: NEW YORK, NEW YORK: WS Statue of Liberty w/ Hudson River FG. Two men taking tickets from man in ticket window. MS Steamship traveling on water. Refugee men being interviewed in salon by immigration inspectors in uniform. VS...
Hip Hughes History
The Plymouth Colony Explained: US History Review
Who were the Pilgrims? Why did they come to America? This in depth lecture traces the foundations of the Plymouth Colony beginning with it's European roots and through it's 70 year existence. Perfect for struggling #APUSH students,...
Wonderscape
History Kids: Ellis Island and the Immigration Process
This video provides a brief history of Ellis Island, the immigration process, and the reasons why people immigrated to the United States. It also highlights the challenges and experiences that immigrants faced during their journey and...
Getty Images
Condominiums in Edgewater on the Hudson River
Fixed shot of a section of Edgewater, New Jersey showing various luxury condominiums and a large American flag
Getty Images
Condominiums in Fort Lee and Edgewater on the Hudson River
Wide fixed shot of a section of Fort Lee and Edgewater, New Jersey showing various luxury high-rise condominiums.
Getty Images
Aerial over lower Manhattan Frank Gehry, Woolworth and One World Trade Center Buildings at sunset
Aerial over lower Manhattan financial center, Frank Gehry, Woolworth and One World Trade Center Buildings looking east with Hudson River and New Jersey in the distance at sunset
Getty Images
Large Ice Chunks, Ice Jam On The Hudson River - Wintertime In NYC
Large Ice Chunks, Ice Jam On The Hudson River - Wintertime In NYC
Getty Images
Two barges pass each other on the Hudson River. It is early morning on a grey day and New York city is behind.
Two barges pass each other on the Hudson River. It is early morning on a grey day and New York city is behind.
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The cruise ship "Queen Victoria" sits docked at New York Harbor early morning.
The cruise ship 'Queen Victoria' sits docked at New York Harbor early morning.