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The Battles of Lexington and Concord: The Shot Heard Around the World
This video explores the events of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, debunking myths about who fired the first shot of the American Revolution. It explains how the term “the shot heard around the world” originated and why the identity...
Wonderscape
Paul Revere’s Ride: Separating Fact from Fiction
This video explores the real story behind Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride, debunking myths popularized by Longfellow’s poem. Viewers learn that Revere wasn’t alone, didn’t shout “The British are coming,” and didn’t reach Concord....
Wonderscape
Key Battles and Figures of the War of 1812
This video highlights key battles and figures in the War of 1812, focusing on the role of Henry Clay and the War Hawks, as well as major conflicts like the Battle of Fort Detroit and the Battle of the Thames. It also explores the burning...
Wonderscape
Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride: The True Story
This video explores the real story behind Paul Revere’s famous midnight ride, correcting common misconceptions. It highlights Revere’s mission to warn militias about British plans and alert Patriot leaders Hancock and Adams of their...
Curated Video
The Buildup to the American Revolution
Dr. Forrester talks about taxation, religious freedom, and other important issues that led the colonists to break away from Great Britain.
Curated Video
Molly Pitcher
Dr. Forrester tells the story of Molly Pitcher and talks about all the interesting facts she learns from reading American history books.
Curated Video
Chicago
Dr. Forrester tells the story of the Father of Chicago, Jean Baptiste Point du Sable. She describes this remarkable man and his contributions to building the city of Chicago.
Curated Video
The Suez Crisis: A Turning Point in Colonial Power
This video provides a detailed historical account of the Suez Crisis of 1956, a significant event in international relations and decolonization. The video highlights the political motivations and consequences of the crisis, including the...
Jabzy
Every British Prime Minister Part 4 (1902-1951)
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about Every British Prime Minister Part 4 (1902-1951)
History Hit
The Battle for North America
On 13 September 1759, on the Plains of Abraham near the city of Quebec, an outnumbered British army fought a battle that would change the history of the world: the Battle of Quebec. For the past three years, Britain and France were...
Jabzy
Anglo-Iraqi War - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Anglo-Iraqi War
History Hit
The Battle For North America: The first wave of troops
What was the responsibility of the first wave of troops? What became legendary about their task? What was the morale of the British troops at this time? The Battle For North America, Part 10
Wonderscape
History Kids: The War of 1812
In this video, the teacher provides a comprehensive overview of the War of 1812, discussing its causes, major battles, and its effects. The video emphasizes the perspectives of different groups involved, including the American...
Wonderscape
History Kids: Examining Famous Events in American History
In this video, the speaker discusses some famous events in early American history and examines whether they are fact or fiction. They debunk the myth of George Washington and the Cherry Tree, explore the true story of Paul Revere's ride,...
Mr. Beat
Paul Revere Was Overrated
Mr. Beat and MrBettsClass team up to tell the true story of Paul Revere. According to Mr. Beat, Paul Revere was definitely overrated, and most of us only know about him because of a poem written decades after his death
Professor Dave Explains
George Washington: The Birth of a Nation (1789 - 1797)
So you wanna learn about American History, eh? Whether you are a history buff, or you want to figure out how America got to the screwed up place it's in now, this is the place to start your quest for knowledge! Each chapter will tell the...
Wonderscape
History Kids: Paul Revere
In this video, we learn about the early years and life of American patriot Paul Revere. The video challenges the accuracy of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's famous poem about Revere's midnight ride and provides a more historically accurate...
60 Second Histories
The Indian Mutiny of 1857 – part 2
This video describes the death of Mangal Pandey, the start of the mutiny in Meerut and the massacre at Cawnpore
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British Medical Emergency Response Team treat a wounded soldier on board a helicopter
CLEAN: British Medical Emergency Response Team treat a wounded soldier on board a helicopter
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British Medical Emergency Response Team treat a wounded soldier on board a helicopter
CLEAN: British Medical Emergency Response Team treat a wounded soldier on board a helicopter
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UK Role 2 Medical Treatment Facility Camp Bastion
CLEAN: British Troops at Camp Bastion Hospital bring a wounded soldier into Camp Bastion Hospital for treatment
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UK Role 2 Medical Treatment Facility Camp Bastion
CLEAN: British Troops at Camp Bastion Hospital bring a wounded Afghan boy into Camp Bastion Hospital for treatment
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British Royal Marine Vikings advance into the mountains
CLEAN: British Royal Marine Vikings advance into the mountains to engage the Taliban
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1 Scots Troops Boarding RAF Chinook in Afghanistan
1 Scots Troops Boarding RAF Chinook in Afghanistan