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Islam, the Quran, and the Five Pillars All Without a Flamewar: Crash Course World History
In which John Green teaches you the history of Islam, including the revelation of the Qu'ran to Muhammad, the five pillars of Islam, how the Islamic empire got its start, the Rightly Guided Caliphs, and more. Learn about hadiths, Abu...
Crash Course
Get Outside and Have a (Mystery) Play: Crash Course Theater #10
Not long after drama reappeared in the unlikely home of European churches, the church decided again it didn't like theater. And so, the budding dramatic scene was kicked out into the harsh elements of the outdoors. So, they started...
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The Renaissance: Was it a Thing? - Crash Course World History
In which John Green teaches you about the European Renaissance. European learning changed the world in the 15th and 16th century, but was it a cultural revolution, or an evolution? We'd argue that any cultural shift that occurs over a...
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Charlemagne (Part 2/2) The Carolingian Renaissance
Charlemagne (Part 2/2) The Carolingian Renaissance
Great Big Story
The Nailless Marvel, sanctuary of truth in Thailand
Explore the wooden Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya, an ongoing masterpiece of ancient carving techniques since 1981.
Wonderscape
The Prohibition Era: Understanding the Eighteenth Amendment
Explore the history and impact of the Eighteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, known as the Prohibition Amendment, which prohibited the manufacturing, transportation, and sale of intoxicating liquors. Learn about the...
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The Plymouth Colony and Colonial Life in the 1600s
Dr. Forrester tells the story of the Plymouth Colony and how difficult life must have been for the early settlers like the Pilgrims and the Puritans.
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William Penn
Dr. Forrester tells story of William Penn, the father of the city of Philadelphia and the founder of the state of Pennsylvania.
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European Immigration and Ellis Island
Dr. Forrester talks about the variety of immigrants who have come to America and the various reasons they came. She then talks about the immigration center at Ellis Island.
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Factors That Influenced Migration to the West
Dr. Forrester describes the various factors that influenced the migration of settlers to the Midwest and the western regions of the United States. She introduces the town of Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan. She concludes by explaining that...
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Julius Caesar 2.2 Background: Omens, Soothsayers, Rituals
This video delves into the thematic elements of fortune and political manipulation in Shakespeare's "Julius Caesar," exploring how characters interpret omens and prophecies within the political landscape of ancient Rome. It also examines...
Great Big Story
The Nailless Marvel, Sanctuary of Truth in Thailand
Explore the wooden Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya, an ongoing masterpiece of ancient carving techniques since 1981.
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Christmas Traditions: What is Christmas?
Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, its traditional trappings surround many of us for between twenty (if you’re lucky) and sixty days of every year. So, let’s take a look at the origins of some of these traditions (without going too...
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Obsession and Identity: Understanding Ishmael and Ahab in Moby Dick
Herman Melville's novel, "Moby Dick" opens with the line, "Call me Ishmael". We do not know whether this is actually the narrator's name or simply a nod to the biblical figure. Ishmael's elusiveness is contrasted with Captain Ahab's...
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Being a Historian
Five eminent historians give us a sense of both the excitement and frustration of life as a professional historian on the front lines of research. Featured are: Richard Janko (University of Michigan), Miri Rubin (QMUL), Darrin McMahon...
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Settlements: By Choice and by Force
Dr. Forrester explains the basic factors influencing the choice to settle in a particular region and the forced resettlement of the Cherokee from their homeland.
Mr. Beat
The Gay Wedding Cake Case | Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission
In episode 75 of Supreme Court Briefs, a baker refuses to make a wedding cake for a gay couple, which leads to a big national debate between religious freedom and civil rights.
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Sir Linkalot
Lesson 66 - More Words Inside Words (Levels 3-5)
Material Covered:Aisle,Medieval,Recommend,Perseverance ,Sacrilegious,Susie's Story - Sacrilegious
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Secularization Delayed
Historian David Hollinger (UC Berkeley) disagrees with those who claim that the United States is a counter-example to Weberian secularization theory.
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Against Dawkins
Renowned polymath and physicist Freeman Dyson (Institute for Advanced Study) describes how the so-called "militant atheist" movement leads to intolerance and extremism.Reno
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Understanding American Religiosity
Historian David Hollinger (UC Berkeley) gives his perspective on why the United States appears to be internationally unique in its contemporary attitude towards religion.
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A Fateful Eclipse
Classicist Richard Janko (Michigan) relates the pivotally impactful religious factors behind the disastrous Athenian invasion of Sicily during the Peloponnesian War.