Curated Video
Enrico Fermi, Military, and Scientific Research
Dr. Forrester tells the story of Enrico Fermi, and the application of his nuclear chain reaction technology. She then discusses the many consumer products that are a result of military research and development.
Curated Video
Unlocking Einstein: A Legacy of Genius and Controversy
This video provides a brief overview of Albert Einstein's life, achievements, and lasting impact on science and society. It highlights his groundbreaking scientific papers, his role in urging the development of the atomic bomb during...
Curated Video
The Legacy of the Atomic Bomb: From Hiroshima to the Cold War
This video provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of the impact of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki during World War II, the subsequent nuclear testing at Bikini Atoll, and the development of nuclear weapons through...
Curated Video
The Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki: Ending World War II and Shaping History
This video provides a detailed account of the events leading up to and following the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945, which ultimately led to the end of World War II and the beginning of the atomic age. It highlights...
Curated Video
Yuri Kochiyama: Unyielding Voice for Justice
Following the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, thousands of Japanese-Americans were interned on U.S. soil. Determined to right this wrong, Yuri Kochiyama testified to Congress and helped those affected win $20,000 in compensation.
Curated Video
Election of 1948: The Underdog
The suspenseful 1948 presidential election exposed the consequences of flawed polls, as Truman's astonishing victory upended expectations and forever changed how pollsters make predictions.
Debunked
How To Survive The First Hour Of A Nuclear Blast / Fallout! #SURVIVAL #MYTHS #
How To Survive The First Hour Of A Nuclear Blast / Fallout! The situation has played out in TV and movies for years, but what should you really do if a nuke detonated near you? Will the fireball automatically obliterate your entire city?...
John D Ruddy
World War 2 in 12 Minutes (Extended Edition) - Manny Man Does History
I thought I’d revisit one of my most watched videos, including my 10 More Things about WW2 and some previously unseen content.
John D Ruddy
World War 2 (Remastered Edition) - Manny Man Does History
“History Doesn't Repeat Itself, but It Often Rhymes” – Mark Twain.
Curated Video
Analyzing Historical Context
A video entitled “Analyzing Historical Context” which evaluates the historical background of a piece of nonfiction.
Hip Hughes History
The Decision to Drop the Atomic Bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki
The decision to drop the Atomic bomb in Japan to end WWII are controversial to this day. Explore the decision that Harry Truman had to make and then make up your own mind.
Wonderscape
History Kids: The Anthropocene Epic
This video explores the concept of the Anthropocene epoch, also known as the age of humans. The video discusses the negative impacts of human activity on the planet, including climate change, mass extinction, and environmental injustice....
Curated Video
What Happens If You Try To Shoot Down A Nuclear Missile Mid-Air?
It’s highly unlikely to shoot down a missile mid-air. But there's more to it than that! Causing a nuclear bomb to detonate requires a precise orchestration of events, without which the chain reaction does not initiate and the bomb...
Schooling Online
English Essentials - Nailing Non-Fiction - Finer Details of Analysing Non-fiction Texts (Stage 4, Years/Grades 7-8)
Our second lesson tackles the finer details in written, verbal and visual non-fiction texts. Discover how non-fiction texts like news articles, speeches and documentaries use a variety of techniques to inform and persuade their...
The Telegraph
Bomber Harris was a war hero not a war criminal
Arthur ‘Bomber’ Harris has been compared to Stalin, Pol Pot and even Hitler. However author Jeremy Black defends Harris against accusations of committing war crimes via his carpet-bombing strategy in the latest episode of History Defended.
The March of Time
1945: HIROSHIMA: VS City of Hiroshima, Japanese guard standing watch on hill, in wooden bunker. World War II, WWII, atomic bombing, Pacific Front
MOT 1945: HIROSHIMA: VS City of Hiroshima, Japanese guard standing watch on hill, in wooden bunker. World War II, WWII, atomic bombing, Pacific Front
Weird History
How The Worst Periods In History Got Better
Humanity has lived through some horrific periods in history, including natural disasters, plagues, and man-made crises. Plagues have threatened to wipe out civilization more than once, while famine, floods, and fires have brought...
Ancient Lights Media
Kazakhstan
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Kazakhstan.
Weird History
The Worst Shark Attach In History
If you've seen Jaws, then you know the basics about the tragic descent of the USS Indianapolis. Considered one of the most grievous disasters in the history of the American Navy, it saw the sinking of a US heavy cruiser towards the end...
Curated Video
Manhattan Project Human Experiments
When scientists at the top secret 'Manhattan project' wanted to discover how radioactive bomb materials could affect the human body – they secretly injected terminally ill patients with uranium to find out.
Hip Hughes History
The Iranian Nuke Deal Explained: Yea or Nay?
In this video we look at the Iranian Nuke deal as well as a short history of what brought us to this point.
Curated Video
Freedom for Eastern Europe!
Hungary, the first to push back domination and people could meet their loved ones. A wind of change in Poland as people resisted soviet dictatorship for democratic elections.
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Encyclopaedia Britannica Presents: WWII Infographic Explainers: Atomic Bombing of Hiroshima
Hear Encyclopaedia Britannica editor Michael Ray talk about the atomic bombing of Hiroshima by the United States on August 6, 1945.
The March of Time
1952: NUCLEAR CARRIERS
MOT 1952: NUCLEAR CARRIERS: Intercontinental Convair B-36 'Peacemaker' taxiing on runway. MS INSIDE Nosecone ZO MS Front of Republic F-84 'Thunderjet' parked on tarmac. VS F-84 Turbo-jet fighter-bomber taxiing past others, taking off,...