Instructional Video7:48
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The Rise of Northern Maya Cities

9th - Higher Ed
Even as many Maya cities fell during the 9th century, some places like Caracol, Seibal, and sites in the northern Yucatán managed short-lived comebacks. These cities built monuments and revived traditions for a while, but most eventually...
Instructional Video4:29
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Fishing and Agricultural Techniques of the Calusa People

9th - Higher Ed
By the time of Spanish contact, the Calusa supported a population of around 20,000 through a sophisticated and diverse subsistence system centered on fishing, foraging, and small-scale gardening. They primarily targeted small fish using...
Instructional Video4:57
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Expansion of the Calusa Civilization in Southern Florida

9th - Higher Ed
During the Kusahatchee period, archaeologists begin to confidently trace the emergence of the Calusa through increased coastal interaction, foreign pottery styles, and permanent mound-building settlements like Pineland and Mound Key....
Instructional Video5:00
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The Roots of the Calusa Civilization in Southwest Florida

9th - Higher Ed
Archaeological evidence from sites like Warm Mineral Springs and Useppa Island shows that early inhabitants of Southwest Florida, including the Calusa ancestors, relied heavily on marine resources as early as 11,000 years ago. Over time,...
Instructional Video5:08
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Who Were the Calusa of Southern Florida?

9th - Higher Ed
The Calusa of ancient South Florida thrived in a unique coastal environment, developing a powerful and stratified society without relying on maize agriculture—a rarity among complex North American cultures. They leveraged the rich...
Instructional Video11:19
Professor Dave Explains

The Eastern Mediterranean Part 1: The Canaanites and Israelites (2000 – 1000 BCE)

9th - Higher Ed
We've covered the first civilizations in Mesopotamia, Egypt, and other nearby areas. Now it's time to cover the earliest known civilizations in the region known as Canaan, so we will be looking at the Canaanites and Israelites. The...
Instructional Video1:51
Makematic

What is History?

K - 8th
What is History and how do we study it? Explore the difference between primary and secondary sources, why it’s important to search for more than one source and why learning about our past can tell us more about our present.
Instructional Video14:09
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Greatest Ancient Dynasties - Version 2.0

6th - Higher Ed
Greatest Ancient Dynasties - Version 2.0
Instructional Video15:37
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Adams Synchronological Chart or Map of History: I Have Some Strong Opinions About It!

6th - Higher Ed
Adams Synchronological Chart or Map of History: I Have Some Strong Opinions About It!
Instructional Video11:04
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Second Battle of Philippi, 42 BC Rise of Caesar Augustus (Part 5) Ancient History DOCUMENTARY

6th - Higher Ed
Second Battle of Philippi, 42 BC Rise of Caesar Augustus (Part 5) Ancient History DOCUMENTARY
Instructional Video7:44
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From Pirate Queen to High Society: the Legacy of Zheng Yi Sao

12th - Higher Ed
In 1810, Zheng Yi Sao's pirate forces unexpectedly surrendered, possibly due to their overwhelming power which likely assured them they wouldn't face punishment. This decision followed internal cracks within their confederation and...
Instructional Video11:51
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The Strategic Decision: Why Hannibal Didn't Attack Rome After Lake Trasimene

6th - Higher Ed
This video explores the pivotal moment in history when Hannibal, after achieving a series of remarkable victories in Italy, decided not to march on Rome despite being just 130 kilometers away. Delving into the strategic and tactical...
Instructional Video14:09
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Hannibal's Conquest: From Iberia to the Alps

6th - Higher Ed
This video details the rise of the legendary Carthaginian general Hannibal, showcasing his military genius and strategic prowess as he navigates through battles and sieges in the 2nd Punic War. From his early victories in Iberia to his...
Instructional Video15:49
Curated Video

Greatest Asian Dynasties | Top 10 Countdown

6th - Higher Ed
Greatest Asian Dynasties | Top 10 Countdown
Instructional Video12:07
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Timeline of World History - Design Notes

6th - Higher Ed
Timeline of World History - Design Notes
Instructional Video11:02
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The Early Campaigns of Hannibal: Confrontations and Conquests in 218 BC

6th - Higher Ed
This video describes the strategic maneuvers and battles between Hannibal and Scipio during the Second Punic War. It highlights Hannibal's calculated ruthlessness in securing loyalty, the naval clash off the coast of Sicily, and the...
Instructional Video12:32
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The Battle of the Trebia: Hannibal's Triumph and Rome's Defeat

6th - Higher Ed
This video details the strategic maneuvers and intense battle between Hannibal and the Roman army in northern Italy in 218 BC. Hannibal's superior planning and tactical prowess lead to a decisive victory at the Battle of Ticinus,...
Instructional Video11:48
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The Battle of the Ebro: Turning the Tide in Iberia

6th - Higher Ed
This video describes the strategic maneuvers and battles between Roman General Nias Scipio and Carthaginian General Hasdrubal in Iberia in 217 BC. Nias successfully outmaneuvers Hasdrubal in a naval battle at the Abro, capturing a...
Instructional Video12:40
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Attack on the WXYZ Complex Two US paratroopers wipe out a whole German company WW2 Docuumentary

6th - Higher Ed
Attack on the WXYZ Complex Two US paratroopers wipe out a whole German company WW2 Docuumentary
Instructional Video10:09
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The Winter Campaign: Hannibal's Strategy vs. Fabius' Caution

6th - Higher Ed
This video describes the strategic maneuvers and political tensions surrounding the Roman general Fabius and his second-in-command Minutius as they face off against the Carthaginian general Hannibal during the Second Punic War....
Instructional Video9:26
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The Perilous Journey of Hannibal Through the Alps

6th - Higher Ed
This video provides a detailed account of Hannibal's daring journey through the Alps in 218 BC as he leads his Carthaginian army towards Rome. Facing ambushes, treacherous terrain, and harsh weather conditions, Hannibal showcases his...
Instructional Video4:28
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The Rise of China's Pirate Queen

12th - Higher Ed
Learn about the early life of Zheng Yi Sao, a woman who defied societal norms to become a powerful pirate. She leveraged her intelligence to rise to power, eventually marrying the pirate Zheng Yi, with whom she formed a formidable...
Instructional Video11:29
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Battle of Tifernum, 297 BC Struggle for the mastery of Italy Third Samnite War (Part 1)

6th - Higher Ed
Battle of Tifernum, 297 BC Struggle for the mastery of Italy Third Samnite War (Part 1)
Instructional Video16:49
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Timeline of World History | Major Time Periods & Ages

6th - Higher Ed
Timeline of World History | Major Time Periods & Ages