In which John Green teaches you about the War of 1812. The War of 1812 was fought between the United States and its former colonial overlord England. It started in, you guessed it 1812. The war lasted until 1815, and it resolved very...

Pupil outcome: I can explain how Lord Byron depicts the destruction of the Assyrian army. Key learning points: - The poem is based on a biblical depiction of how King Sennacherib and the Assyrian army attempted to invade Jerusalem. - The...

The Panic of 1819, triggered by land speculation, reduced exports and a cutback in credit, led to America's first major financial crisis and reshaped its economic policies.

Wellington’s victory at Badajoz paved the way for a decisive Allied advance into Spain, culminating in the triumph at Salamanca and the rout of French forces at Vitoria in 1813. Though marked by brutal combat, destruction, and looting,...

Facing fierce Spanish resistance and guerrilla warfare, Napoleon’s intervention temporarily subdued the country, but his forces were soon stretched thin, leaving his army exhausted and vulnerable. The British, led by the future Duke of...

In 1808, Napoleon invaded Spain, sparking a brutal six-year conflict known as the Peninsular War, marked by guerrilla warfare, widespread atrocities, and fierce resistance from the Spanish and their British allies. The war, infamous for...

This video explores the key causes of the War of 1812, including British impressment of American sailors and conflicts over trade between the United States, Britain, and France. Learn about the Embargo Act, the Non-Intercourse Act, and...

HMS Victory was one of Britain’s most powerful warships during the Napoleonic Wars, with a crew of over 800 men, including sailors, marines, officers, and midshipmen. Ships like Victory were Britain's primary defense against invasion...

Thomas Jefferson's prudence in orchestrating the Louisiana Purchase, despite constitutional concerns, doubled the size of the U.S., securing its position on the global stage.

Discover the lesser known war between USA and Canada, and of course Britain. It’s the war that inspired the American National Anthem, and indeed changed the shape of North America in many unexpected ways! Here is Manny Man Does the War...

USA vs Britain - The Rematch! Also Canada's there too!

What happens when a Revolution to depose a king and create a Republic results in a new Emperor conquering half of Europe? Find out here!

What Caused the French Revolution? | The Life & Times of Louis XVI

The Pacifist who Killed 20,000 | The Life & Times of Robespierre

The Man with Six Faces | The Life & Times of Talleyrand

Napoleon Bonaparte, heralded as the heir to the Republic. But of course, in order to inherit, the Republic must first die...

Life on a Prison Ship during the War of 1812.

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The Great Game | 3 Minute History

Russian Plans to invade India | Tsar Paul, Napoleonic Wars, Russian Empire

In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the French Foreign Legion

In this episode we are going to talk about amputations in the Napoleonic Wars

In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about Every British Prime Minister Part 2 (1801-1852)

A video lecture outlining the Presidential Election of 1808.