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Maps That Made America
Susan Schulten presents a selection of maps from the fascinating collection of maps that feature in her book 'A History of America in 100 Maps'.
Step Back History
Did the Chinese Beat Columbus to the Americas?
It seems as if every part of the old world, has a theory of how they got to the new world before Columbus. Last time we discussed those theories that have the highest chance of being true, and now we will go into the more outlandish...
Next Animation Studio
Genetic analysis suggests contact between Polynesians and South Americas before Columbus: study
Ancient Polynesians may have crossed the Pacific to make contact with Native Americans from the region that is now Colombia
Cerebellum
The Age Of Discovery - The Chinese Mariners And Prince Henry The Navigator
This program examines the important figures of this period, their motivations for exploring new lands, and their tragedies and successes. This video looks at the voyages made by chinese men in the 15th century that were sent out by the...
Mr. Beat
The Voyages of Zheng He
Mr. Beat tells the story of the voyages of the great Chinese explorer Zheng He.
Step Back History
Did Columbus Really Discover America?
Was Columbus even the first explorer on America’s shores?
Step Back History
Why was Columbus Looking for Asia?
How did the medieval age end? We use the term Renaissance, or more academically the early modern period, but what divides them? I’ve talked a little previously about Columbus, and his voyage to find Asia by sailing west. But what I want...
Wonderscape
History Kids: Christopher Columbus
In this video, we explore the life and voyages of Christopher Columbus, the famous explorer who crossed the ocean waters in search of a new route to the Indies. We learn about his early life in Genoa, Italy, where he developed a...
Mazz Media
How to Use a Map and Compass
This video explores the historical use of maps and compasses in exploration. Students will learn how a compass works, how to place a compass on a map and how to navigate with a compass. The program discusses a compasses relationship...
Cerebellum
The Age Of Discovery - Marco Polo
This program examines the important figures of this period, their motivations for exploring new lands, and their tragedies and successes. This video looks at the voyages of Marco Polo to Asia, his descriptions of his experiences...
Kids Learning Videos
Columbus Day - Learning about Christopher Columbus
Learn about Christopher Columbus and his explorations with this video. Christopher Columbus sailed the ocean blue in 1492 to discover a western route to Asia, but discovered the Americas by mistake. The United States now celebrates...
Cerebellum
The Age Of Discovery - The Voyages Of Columbus And The Treaty Of Tordesillas 1494
This program examines the important figures of this period, their motivations for exploring new lands, and their tragedies and successes. The Christopher Columbus wanted to find out whether boats could travel west wards from Africa to...
Cerebellum
Colonization Of North America: Spanish Settlements - Introduction And Background
Chronicles the exploits of Cortes, De Soto, and Coronado; and Spanish incursions into South & Central America, Mexico and the American Southwest. This video introduces the context of Spanish exploration of North America and their...
Cerebellum
The Age Of Discovery - Ancient Voyages Of Discovery
This program examines the important figures of this period, their motivations for exploring new lands, and their tragedies and successes. This video looks at early explorers from the Ancient Greek, Egyptian, Babylonians, Viking, and...
Curated Video
Small but mighty towns make up the hottest zip codes in 2024
Realtor.com just released its list of the hottest zip codes in 2024. They include areas like Carmel, Indiana (27 on the list), located outside Indianapolis. (Scripps News)
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Atmosphere: Columbus Circle at the Global Launch Of The Montblanc John Lennon Edition
Atmosphere: Columbus Circle at the Global Launch Of The Montblanc John Lennon Edition at New York NY. (Footage by WireImage Video/GettyImages)
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TIME LAPSE: Trump International Hotel and Tower, N
TIME LAPSE: Trump International Hotel and Tower next to World Globe, Unisphere design by Kim Brandell, Columbus Circle, Upper West Side, Manhattan - Broadway, New York City, USA TIME LAPSE: Trump International Hotel and Tower, N on...
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Atmosphere: Columbus Circle at the Global Launch Of The Montblanc John Lennon Edition
Atmosphere: Columbus Circle at the Global Launch Of The Montblanc John Lennon Edition at New York NY. (Footage by WireImage Video/GettyImages)
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TIME LAPSE: World Globe, Unisphere, New York City
TIME LAPSE: World Globe, Unisphere, design by Kim Brandell, Columbus Circle, Upper West Side, Manhattan, Broadway, USA TIME LAPSE: World Globe, Unisphere, New York City on August 21, 2013 in New York City, New York (Footage by Getty...
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TIME LAPSE: World Globe, Manhattan, New York City
TIME LAPSE: World Globe, Unisphere, design by Kim Brandell, Columbus Circle, Upper West Side, Manhattan, Broadway, USA TIME LAPSE: World Globe, Manhattan, New York City on August 19, 2013 in New York City, New York (Footage by Getty...
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TIME LAPSE: Subway, Columbus Circle, New York City
TIME LAPSE: Subway entry and exit, 59th Street, Columbus Circle, Upper West Side, Manhattan, New York City, USA TIME LAPSE: Subway, Columbus Circle, New York City on August 21, 2013 in New York City, New York (Footage by Getty Images)
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2013 Snow Storm, Sanitation Truck, NYC
March 8, 2013 Snow Storm, Blizzard, DSNY, Department of Sanitation utility truck, Columbus Circle, 59th Street, West Side, Midtown Manhattan, New York City, USA 2013 Snow Storm, Sanitation Truck, NYC on March 08, 2013 in New York City,...
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Pete Seeger's Mic Check in Columbus Circle
/ Pete Seeger at The People's Mic, Occupy Columbus Circle.