Curated Video
Finnish vs Soviet Squads Who was Superior? | Animated History
When one thinks of The Eastern Front of the Second World War, images of conflict between the ideological juggernauts of Nazi Germany and The Soviet Union spring to mind. While a critical component of the Second World War, there was...
NASA
Venus: Forgotten Sister Planet or Our Next Frontier?
Venus, our nearby “sister” planet, beckons today as a compelling target for exploration that may connect the objects in our own solar system to those discovered around nearby stars. Yet, humanity’s exploration of Venus has been hampered...
Curated Video
Biggest Encirclement in History: Battle of Kiev | Animated History
During the German invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941, heavy fighting occurred in the Soviet Republic of Ukraine. It was there, in the ancient Ukrainian capital city of Kiev, that the Germans conducted the largest encirclement in...
Economics Explained
The "Evolving" Economy of Kazakhstan | Economics Explained
This is Kazakhstan, and yes I know what you are all thinking, and yes in the interest of full disclosure we are definitely cashing in on the hype surrounding the second borat, but in fairness so is the nation itself. Even still this...
Curated Video
Micheal Jackson: the Legend
Michael Jackson's tour took him to the west coast of Africa in 1992, where he was warmly received by the locals. He was so beloved that a remote village on the Ivory Coast decided to crown him king. The tribal chief crowned Jackson King...
Curated Video
Battle of Kursk from the Aerial Perspective | Animated History
In today’s video we will be taking a closer look at the air engagements that took place during the Battle of Kursk. During this climactic battle, thousands of German troops clashed with over twice as many Soviet forces in an attempt to...
Jabzy
Soviets on the Hajj - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Soviets on the Hajj
Economics Explained
The Economy of Cuba
Cuba. This picturesque nation between the gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean is home to possibly the most bizarre economy in the world.
Weird History
Facts About The Finnish Soldiers in WWII
When thinking about World War II, it's really easy to focus solely on the fighting in the Atlantic or Pacific theaters. But there were other theaters of war that were just as harsh, and the Finnish warriors of the Winter War prove it....
Kult America
Abandoned WARSAW Nuclear Bunker
On today's episode of Kult America I will take you to an abandoned nuclear bunker. Built as a shelter during the Cold War, this place was destroyed by time and people, but it still has this unbelievable, dark atmosphere that gives you...
NASA
Houston We Have a Podcast: Early Space Stations
Dr. Gary Kitmacher, communications and education mission manager for the International Space Station program, talks through the early concepts of space station design and introduces us to the astronomers, authors, and engineers that...
The March of Time
Reports of Soviet aggression
MOT 1939: AGGRESSION: New Studio sign. NBC Reporter behind mic. Sign: Raymon Graham Swing. MUTUAL Reporter behind mic. NEWSPAPER: Photograph soldiers in gas masks. DRAMATIZATION: Russian statesman saying it's all Finland's fault they...
Ancient Lights Media
Russia: Cold War and the Collapse of the Soviet Union 1953-1991
This clip examines the Cold War Era and the end of the Soviet Union.
Jabzy
Mongolian Stalin - Stuff That I Find Interesting
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Mongolian Stalin
Wonderscape
History Kids: World War II
This video provides a comprehensive overview of the causes and events of World War Two, highlighting the rise of fascist regimes, the atrocities committed by the Nazis, and the eventual Allied victory. It emphasizes the importance of...
Mr. Beat
What Was It Like Growing Up in the United States During the Cold War?
Mr. Beat interviews his dad, Alan, his uncle, Dean Rausch, and his colleagues, Mike McClellan and Andy Gilner, about their experiences growing up during the Cold War.
Vlogbrothers
What /Actually/ Happened at Chernobyl
This video was so dang fun to research, which, of course, I feel super guilty about because, like, real people died. But, after watching the HBO miniseries, I knew there was more to the science of this. I've also heard a lot of stuff...
TLDR News
America’s Massive Global Military Presence Explained - TLDR News
The United States has the world’s largest military budget by some distance, so it’s no surprise they have a massive global presence. In this video we take a look at some of America’s lesser known overseas bases and some of their...
Hip Hughes History
The Truman Doctrine Explained
A super quick overview of the Truman Doctrine and the beginning of the Cold War taking place in Turkey and Greece.
History Hit
How the Cold War Shaped Western Democracy with Simon Reid-Henry: Writing about history
Are there individuals or big currents pushing us along when he is writing about history? How the Cold War Shaped Western Democracy with Simon Reid-Henry, Part 3
One Minute History
The Berlin Wall - One Minute History_4k
After World War Two, Germany was temporarily split into 4 “allied occupation zones”. The Soviet Union took East Germany and East Berlin, and the Allied Powers took West Germany and West Berlin. The strict policies of the East soon caused...
PBS
Why is there a North and South Korea?
While the short answer is the Korean war, the reality is that seeds for the separate Republic of Korea and Democratic People's Republic of Korea goes back much further and has to do with the late 19th century Chinese imperialism and the...
Ancient Lights Media
Balkan States: Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia
This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of the Balkan States: Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia.