Crash Course
Italian and German Unification: Crash Course European History
So, we haven't talked much about Italy and Germany so far in Crash Course Euro, and that's because prior to the mid-19th century, those two nation-states weren't really a thing. Today we'll look at how Italy and Germany pulled it...
Curated Video
31 Days Of Black British History Day Two: Mary Seacole - Nursing legend
Uncover the inspiring story of Mary Seacole, the British-Jamaican nurse who defied racial barriers to care for soldiers in the Crimean War. Learn how she funded her own trip to the frontlines.
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The Strategic Dilemma: The Crimean War and the Quest for Limited Victory
This video provides a detailed analysis of the strategic challenges faced by the Allies during the Crimean War, focusing on their limited resources and the diplomatic and military strategies employed. It highlights the importance of...
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Civil War Hospitals
The medical hospitals established during the American Civil War helped save thousands of lives – and change how the US military cares for troops to this day.
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The Other Napoleon | The Life & Times of Napoleon III
Napoleon III: Always living in someone else's shadow. But hey, at least he managed to beat Russia at something.
Curated Video
When Russia Sold Alaska
In 1959, the United States officially welcomed Alaska into the family as the 49th state. But did you know that 100 years earlier, Alaska was actually part of Russian America?
Jabzy
Russo-Turkish War 1877-78 - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Russo-Turkish War 1877-78
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Five Facts - Florence Nightingale
This video explores five fun facts about Florence Nightingale.
Red Rock Films
Women's History Activator: Florence Nightingale
Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing
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This Week In History 3/29 - 4/4
This Week In History 3/29 - 4/4 (Footage by Getty Images)
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reconstruction of a military camp since the Crimean War
reconstruction of a military camp since the Crimean War
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reconstruction of a military camp since the Crimean War
reconstruction of a military camp since the Crimean War
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reconstruction of a military camp since the Crimean War
reconstruction of a military camp since the Crimean War
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Statues at Waterloo Place
The statues of Crimean War Memorial located at Waterloo Place in London. Erected in 1861, it is made of bronze and sculpted by John Bell.
Sherman Grinberg Film Library
Canadian cavalry holds ceremony in Montreal celebrating Charge of Light Brigade of British cavalry in Crimean War
Title card: "Hussars celebrate historic charge of Light Brigade, Canadian Cavalry places wreath on Cenotaph in Montreal honoring gallant horsemen whose attack at Balaclava inspired immortal poem" / row of mounted cavalry / two officers...
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Retelling the Tale of the Light Brigade
Listen to a National Public Radio broadcast aired on the 150th anniversary of the charge of the Light Brigade. The segment includes an interview with Crimean War historian Terry Brighton, a reading of Tennyson's famous "Charge of the...