Curated Video
Gray Propaganda
A weapon of covert action wielded by governments around the world, gray propaganda straddles the fine line between fact and fiction, letting its secret sources instigate chaos without liability.
Curated Video
James Lafayette: Revolutionary Spy
Born enslaved, James Lafayette became one of the most important Patriot spies of the American Revolution, helping to gather vital information on the British Army. His work helped the United States secure independence.
The Guardian
US veterans on life after the Iraq war: 'I don’t want my son to be afraid of me
In 2007 Sean Smith made an award-winning film about the Apache Company Stryker Brigade Combat Team during war in Iraq. Nine years on, the soldiers are back in the United States. They discuss post-traumatic stress and how their...
The Guardian
Sudan's deadly military coup: will the fight for democracy ever be won?
Sudan has had more military coups than any other country in Africa, having undergone three popular uprisings since its independence from British colonial rule. The most recent revolution in 2019 is still under way, with protesters...
The Guardian
Frozen out: the US interpreters abandoned on Europe’s border
Ahmad and Mati served the US military as interpreters during the war in Afghanistan, but like many others who did so they haven’t been granted visas to emigrate to the US. With their lives threatened by the Taliban, they joined migrants...
The Guardian
The golden poison dart frog: 'Like holding a loaded gun'
Lucy Cooke, the 'amphibian avenger', really loves frogs. She travels to a remote region of Colombia's wild west to look for one of the world's most toxic animals: Phyllobates terribilis, the golden poison frog. Protecting it from...
Mr. Beat
When Can Speech Be Banned? | Schenck v. United States
In episode 68 of Supreme Court Briefs, a Socialist Party leader distributes thousands of pamphlets encouraging young men to resist getting drafted to fight in World War One, but apparently that's illegal for real.
The Guardian
Meet the Brides
This documentary tells the story of four special weddings around the world from the point of view of the bride. Featuring a British woman unsure of the future, a soldier discharged from Iraq, a high society Indian wedding and a rural...
Curated Video
Effects of the War of 1812
Effects of the War of 1812 explores the War of 1812 by analyzing the effects of the war.
Curated Video
Martha Gellhorn: The War Correspondent who Covered D-Day
One of the United States’ finest war correspondents, Martha Gellhorn battled sexism and misogyny to report on the D-Day landings during the Second World War.
Curated Video
What is NATO?
NATO, or the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, is a coalition of democratic capitalist countries from Europe and North America. It remains perhaps the single biggest deterrent against nuclear war today.
Curated Video
Operation Pedro Pan
Operation Pedro Pan saw more than 14,000 children escape Communist Cuba for a new life in the United States. But for many, their troubles were only just starting.
Curated Video
What is Memorial Day?
Memorial Day takes place every year on the last Monday of May to honor and remember members of the armed forces who fought and died for the United States.
Curated Video
Propaganda Campaign
This video will explain how the U.S. government used propaganda as one way to persuade Americans to contribute to the war and promote patriotism.
Jabzy
Why did the Qing Dynasty Fall? History of China 1895-1918 Documentary 3/10
Why did the Qing Dynasty Fall? History of China 1895-1918 Documentary 3/10
Nature League
Is Russia Using Beluga Whales As Spies?
This week on Nature League, Brit reports on some mysterious breaking news about beluga whales as potential Russian spies, and the history of military marine mammals in general. Get your Nature League pin here!
Hip Hughes History
The Cold War Explained: US History Review (4/4)
A ten minute regents based concept lecture aimed at the heart of the United States History Regents Exam as it related to Cold War. Part 4 of 4.
Hip Hughes History
Ronald Reagan Explained: US History Review
A short overview of the 1980's with an emphasis on the policies of Ronald Reagan. Broad and intended for high school students studying for their end of the year United States history exams, specifically the New York state regents...
Hip Hughes History
Reconstruction after the Civil War Explained in 10 Minutes
Mr. Hughes through the 1800's like butta'. Easy to digest, Mr. Hughes covers the basic causes and facts about the role of the government as it related to the war. Specifically designed for the US History and Government regents exam in NY...
Vlogbrothers
Health Care Overhaul Summarized Via MASSIVE PIG
In which John sweats through his shirt while discussing the American health care system and various proposals for reform, including the public option, nonprofit health insurance cooperatives, and continuing to feed the pig.
Curated Video
Reranking Military Ranks: Unveiling the True Meanings Behind Titles
In this video, the speaker explores the etymology and pronunciation of military ranks and proposes a new hierarchy based on their true meanings. They delve into the origins of words like Lieutenant, Colonel, Sergeant, Captain, and more.
Curated Video
The Difference between feudalism and manorialism
Medieval culture during the Middle Ages in Europe was based on two systems: Feudalism and Manorialism. Both systems were dependent on land. How were they different? This program explores what made them different and how each of these...