Mr. Beat
The Oklahoma City Bombing Explained
Mr. Beat breaks down the Oklahoma City bombing as the 25th anniversary of it approaches.
60 Second Histories
Roman weapons - the pilum
This short video describes a legionary's spear and how it was used and recycled
Curated Video
Evolution of French Uniforms | Animated History
Today we explore the evolution of French uniforms, from the armies of Louis XIV, through the Imperial Guard of Napoleon Bonaparte, to World Wars and beyond.
The March of Time
1944: ADMIRALTY ISLAND CAMPAIGN: VS U.S. Marines fighting, firing rifles, in forest area of Los Negros Island, firing mortars & M1919 Browning machine guns. World War II, WWII, Pacific Front, New Guinea
MOT 1944: ADMIRALTY ISLAND CAMPAIGN: VS U.S. Marines fighting, firing rifles, in forest area of Los Negros Island, firing mortars & M1919 Browning machine guns. World War II, WWII, Pacific Front, New Guinea
Next Animation Studio
DARPA’s guided ‘smart’ bullet makes snipers more deadly
These bullets change course mid-flight to home in on moving or stationary targets.
Next Animation Studio
Iran versus Israel — how their forces compare
While Iran has many number advantages, Israel has some crucial quality advantages.
60 Second Histories
Lightweight crossbow
A medieval bowman describes his lightweight crossbow, an accurate weapon that could shoot over three hundred metres and be carried into battle, and even used from the back of a horse.
The March of Time
MOT 1951: IRAN
WS Iranian soldiers troops standing at attention behind artillery lined up for for inspection American US officer inspecting weapon talking w/ Iranian soldier (no SOT) / MOT 1951: IRAN AIR FIELD: Military truck passing FG airfield...
The March of Time
1942: U.S. MARINE CORPS MOBILIZING: CU M2A4 light tank & marines running through field. WS Ground forces mobilizing, climbing onto tank. MS Soldiers talking on top of tank, moving out, marching BG. WS Trucks pulling artillery on road. WWII
MOT 1942: U.S. MARINE CORPS MOBILIZING: CU M2A4 light tank & marines running through field. WS Ground forces mobilizing, climbing onto tank. MS Soldiers talking on top of tank, moving out, marching BG. WS Trucks pulling artillery on...
Next Animation Studio
Ukraine’s $175,000 tank-killer missile: how the Javelin works
Ukraine’s armed forces are destroying a lot of Russian tanks with the expensive, shoulder-fired Javelin missile systems that the West has given to Ukraine.
Economics Explained
Do Sanctions Work?: Will The Sanctions Work
How do they hurt the economies doing the sanctioning? What is the difference between economic sanctions and regular old trade restrictions? What Can Go Wrong? Ultimately, will the sanctions work? Helping you become more knowledgeable...
Curated Video
Aethelflaed part 7: Military Strategy and Leadership
Learn how Aethelflaed balanced violence and diplomacy to bring all of England back under united, Anglo-Saxon rule. Did Aethelflaed fight in battle? Or did she direct from behind the lines? How did Aethelflaed and her forces capture Derby...
The March of Time
Partisans militia British officer
MOT 1944: ITALY: PARTISANS: WS Italian partisan military men at attention British officers (L). VS Italian soldiers w/ weapons helmet standing at attention. VS British officer inspecting soldiers saluting. WWII militia
Weird History
Leonardo Da Vinci's Weapons of War
One of the areas where Leonardo truly excelled was inventing. While observing the world around him, Leonardo took copious notes and made sketches detailing his surroundings. In the process, he came up with practical and impractical...
The March of Time
Nehru with troops armed people
MOT 1947: PARTITION OF INDIA: Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru reviewing Indian troops in valley talking behind standing microphone (No SOT) 'British trained' Indian soldiers firing artillery. VS Civilian men walking through hills armed...
The March of Time
Greeks try to defend border
MOT 1940: SOLDIERS AT BORDER: Greek soldiers on hillside road soldiers walking road w/ mules. MAP: Greece. Greek Mountain Battallion walking on road going over maps (behind) Two soldiers firing artillery.
The March of Time
1944: PACIFIC THEATER
MOT 1944: PACIFIC THEATER: VS Marine walking rocky jungle terrain, passing ammo by hand along line, throwing grenade against mountain rock, firing rifles.WS Japanese soldier throwing Bangalore torpedo from top of hill (poor contrast,...
Espresso Media
Garwin: The Role of a Scientist in the Development of Hydrogen Bombs
Garwin part 5/11: This video features scientist Richard Garwin reflecting on his role in developing the hydrogen bomb and the ethical implications of his work. He discusses the process of creating the bomb, witnessing its destructive...
Food Farmer Earth
Vandana Shiva on Hunger: Beyond Agricultural Inputs to Sustainability
Vandana Shiva articulates how the shift towards a high-cost, chemically-intensive agriculture has paradoxically led to increased hunger among agricultural communities, with a focus on the role of monocultures and international trade in...
John D Ruddy
World War 2 in 7 Minutes
An animated video outlining the basic narrative of the Second World War, the rise of fascism, how it started, the Manhattan Project, the Soviet front, London during the Blitz, Hiroshima etc.
Curated Video
We Call BS! Why Guns Are Big News
Millions of Americans value their Second Amendment right to own and carry arms. However, after 17 students and staff were shot dead at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School back in Florida in 2018 - students became the voice in the fight...
Institute for New Economic Thinking
Fiscal Policy Now Hamstrung
In part 4 of INET's interview with Robert Skidelsky, he says that Obama violated Keynes' insight of recovery before reform, and as a result, fiscal policy is at a standstill
Espresso Media
The Women of Standing Rock: The Battle for Freedom and Justice
The Women of Standing Rock part 3/8: This video captures the intense standoff between Native American protesters and law enforcement during the North Treaty camp raid. It highlights the peaceful resistance of the protesters and their...
AllTime 10s
10 Weapons That Changed The History Of Warfare
What would warfare be without weapons? Well, not much and certainly more peaceful. But which weapon was the most influential?