This video examines President Andrew Johnson's controversial role during the Reconstruction Era. After Lincoln's death, Johnson's policies, including overturning the "40 acres" order and vetoing civil rights legislation, shaped the...

This video explores the history of voter suppression tactics used against Black voters in the United States, from the Three-Fifths Compromise to Jim Crow laws, poll taxes, and literacy tests. Learn about the barriers Black voters faced...

This video discusses the election of 1860, which resulted in Abraham Lincoln's victory and the secession of Southern states from the Union. It highlights the growing tensions over slavery and the events that led to the start of the...

This video explores the events leading up to the Civil War, focusing on the Missouri Compromise of 1820 and its role in heightening tensions between Northern and Southern states over slavery. Viewers will also learn about Nat Turner's...

Explore the profound impact of the 13th Amendment on American society and its key role in shaping the nation's history. The 13th Amendment, pivotal among the Reconstruction Amendments, marks the abolition of slavery in the United...

The Voting Rights Act of 1965 tackled voter suppression in the United States. While it significantly increased the registration of Black voters, it was not without controversy.

Issued by U.S. President Abraham Lincoln almost three years into the Civil War, the Emancipation Proclamation played a crucial role in ending slavery across the United States and defining the principles that still govern the country today.

Dr. Forrester discusses the roots of slavery in America and the resulting withdrawal of southern states from the Union of States in 1861.

Dr. Forrester discusses the changes begun in the United States as a result of the Civil War and Abraham Lincoln’s signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.

Enduring slavery and loss, Matilda Hughes's relentless quest to reunite and rebuild her family showcases the indomitable spirit of love amidst America's darkest chapters.

The Presidential Election of 1876 was considered a foregone conclusion, with Democrat Samuel J. Tilden sure to defeat Republican Rutherford B. Hayes, but disputed Southern electoral votes led to an outcome that nobody predicted.

Origin of Everything takes a field trip to Washington, D.C. and explores the painful history and legacy of America's Civil War. Danielle looks at Confederate and Union Civil War monuments and what spurred their construction after the war.

Explore the history of the African American struggle within the United States.

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!

Explore the history of the African American struggle within the United States.

What happened when America went to war against itself.

1787 - Delegates at the Constitutional Convention are divided on how slaves will be counted for the purpose of representation in the United States Congress. Northern states don’t want slaves to be counted at all, while Southern states...

The Last Slave Owners in the US | Native American Slavery, 5 Civilized Tribes, Trail of Tears

Dr. Forrester reviews key events of the Civil War and discusses changes in the South resulting from the war.

Aimed at the heart of the NY state regents exams. Early Federal Government concepts.

A new HipHughes style involving an Amish rocking chair and an episode of Seinfeld. In this new video we examine the dynamic, tragic and monumentally important case of US V SHIPP. Set against a lynching this case had THREE notable firsts!

Mr. Hughes throws it down on Sectionalism, breezing through the essential causes of the American Civil War beginning with the ratification of the Constitution and culminating with the election of Republican Abraham Lincoln

You're NOT a Dummy if you click this video and watch. A perfect overview for students! Get to know a critical event on the civil rights era timeline as HipHughes takes you through the Little Rock Nine crisis. Beginning with the Civil...