Feudalism was dying. In the age of globe-spanning colonial empires, commercial printing, and the scientific revolution, the idea of a state held together by a myriad of personal arrangements between ruler and nobility was beginning to...

The third art piece is a multimedia performance, aims to tell the story of the over a million African porters and carriers who served British, French, and German forces during the first world war. Also, learn the importance of each of...

In ancient Greece, violent internal conflict between border neighbors and war with foreign invaders was a way of life, and Greeks were considered premier warriors. Sparta, specifically, had an army of the most feared warriors in the...

HipHughes dances some American foreign policy, covering nine major policy shifts. Designed for students but enjoyable for all. By turning each step into a dance move, you will not only be moved to groove and jive but the clear...

The first shot fired by British forces in the First World War was fired by an African soldier in Africa. Historian David Olusoga presents three 1418 Now art commissions that will highlight the often overlooked role played by African...

Oleg Kuznietsov is a breakdancer for Ukraine's Olympic team and is eager to represent his country in front of the world. According to Kuznietsov, he's been chastised before for not enlisting in the military. "Sometimes I get messages...

In this video, Rainy Fields, an enrolled citizen of the Muskogee Creek Nation, discusses the history of how the United States forcibly removed indigenous peoples from their lands, focusing on the Trail of Tears and the impact it had on...

First, you are not a dummy. Watch Mr. Hughes serve up a heaping helpful of Judicial Review designed to help you pass your tests and walking around a little smarter than when you started

It's difficult to talk about African theater thanks to colonialism. Pre-colonial Africa was home to many spoken languages, and not nearly as many written languages. The chain of oral tradition was broken by colonial policies, and so many...

Let’s get this party started! Today we are going to talk about the mysterious dancing plague of 1518. » JOIN OUR COMMUNITY FOR MORE HISTORY KNOWLEDGE! Write us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/ITSHISTORYfb Follow us on Twitter:...

This photograph of young farmers on their way to a dance was taken in Germany in 1914 by August Sander. Except they weren't farmers. And the dance they were on their way to was World War I.

This video examines the tragic events leading to the Wounded Knee Massacre of 1890, including the Ghost Dance Movement, the death of Sitting Bull, and the violent clash between the U.S. Army and Chief Spotted Elk's followers. It...

Marius Petipa’s The Sleeping Beauty is notoriously one of the most challenging ballets to perform. Find out more: http://www.roh.org.uk/productions/the-sleeping-beauty-by-marius-petipa The production holds a particularly special place in...

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This short documentary tells the story of Tony Chachai, a young Indigenous man in search of his identity. Moved by the desire to reconnect with his Atikamekw roots, he delivers a touching testimony on the journey that brought him closer...

Just the Facts: The Emergence of America Uses fascinating historical footage to explore six decades thats shaped Modern America. The series examines the Gilded Age in the late 19th century, the Progressive Era of the early 20th century,...

Every year on June 19th, the United States celebrates the end of slavery. In this video, learn about the history and meaning of Juneteenth.

In this video, a brief history of Leprechauns is presented. Transcript: The leprechaun is one of the most iconic symbols of St. Patrick’s Day. Where did the leprechaun come from? What are some traditions associated with it? Leprechauns...

In the early hours of 11th November 1918, an Armistice Agreement was signed between Germany and the Allies. This meant that at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month there would be a truce and an end to the fighting – but peace...

Now it’s time to meet the amazing goddesses of ancient Egypt! In this episode, we’ll learn about Isis, the loving mother and magical healer, and Hathor, the goddess of joy, music, and dancing. There’s also Bastet, the cat goddess who...

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This is now going to be a series of videos checking historical movies against the real deal. The name of the game is historical accuracy, and this time it's the Imitation Game (2014). Considering its first frame states "based on a true...