In which John teaches you about the Seven Years War, which may have lasted nine years. Or as many as 23. It was a very confusing was. The Seven Years War was a global war, fought on five continents, which is kind of a lot. John focuses...

In which John Green teaches you about one of the least funny subjects in history: slavery. John investigates when and where slavery originated, how it changed over the centuries, and how Europeans and colonists in the Americas arrived...

In which John Green teaches you about one of the least funny subjects in history: slavery. John investigates when and where slavery originated, how it changed over the centuries, and how Europeans and colonists in the Americas arrived at...

Zombies have a distinct lineage— one that traces back to Equatorial and Central Africa. For three centuries, African people were enslaved and brought to the Caribbean Islands. There, a religion known as vodou developed, along with the...

When historians talk about the atrocities of the 20th century, we often think of those that took place during and between the two World Wars. But two months before the Rape of Nanking in China, and a year before Kristallnacht in Germany,...

Sail through the beautiful islands of the Caribbean and discover a rich and complex history. Long before explorers arrived, Indigenous peoples like the Taíno and Carib lived on these islands with unique cultures and traditions. Later,...

Learn about the history of the Caribbean Islands, from the lifestyle of the islander people to the discovery and settlement by Europe to tourism today.

We're all familiar with the idea of a female pirate in fiction, such as Elizabeth Swann in Pirates of the Caribbean, who were the REAL female pirates in the Golden Age of Piracy? Anne Bonny would become one of the most notorious...

Discover the groundbreaking journey of Una Marson, the first Black woman employed by the BBC and the pioneer behind 'Caribbean Voices'. Learn how this Jamaican poet and activist shaped British broadcasting and gave a platform to...

Here in the United States, when we think about the term "slavery" we think about the transatlantic slave trade and the institution of chattel slavery. But this wasn't the only type of enslavement that took place in the Americas and the...

The real Pirates of the Caribbean were far more complex—and sometimes more brutal—than the swashbuckling legends in movies. From the late 1600s to the early 1700s, this region was a hotspot for piracy, where sailors turned outlaw raided...

On June 22, 1948, the Empire Windrush docked at Tilbury, carrying over 500 passengers from the Caribbean. This marked the beginning of post-war mass migration to Britain, forever changing the face of British society.



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Join us as we delve into the captivating history of Disney Imagineering, the creative force behind the magic of Disney theme parks around the world. Established in 1952 by Walt Disney himself, the division was originally known as WED...

Get to know Lin-Manuel Miranda, the talented writer, actor, and musician who created the hit musicals Hamilton and In the Heights. He turned history and culture into exciting stage performances that people all over the world enjoy. Lin...

1492 - Christopher Columbus lands on the island of Hispaniola and begins enslaving its people. European diseases and brutal working conditions bring the indigenous population to the brink of extinction. Over the next three hundred...

Willemstad, the capital of Curaçao in the South Caribbean Sea, is known for its Dutch colonial architecture, with colourful houses and bridges that give the city a "Little Amsterdam" feel. The city, rich in history with sites like Fort...

Embracing the Caribbean Splendor of Puerto Rico:Finally, we will end our tour in one of the most beautiful landscapes of the Caribbean, the Island of Puerto Rico, a place also rich in history and culture.

Dominican Republic an American State? | How 1 vote in the Senate stopped a US Caribbean Empire.

Curaçao, Antilles:"Before we finish, we will fly to the island of Curaçao, in the Antilles to immerse ourselves in the crystalline blue of the Caribbean Sea, and we will go to the Blue Rim, a very popular attraction for divers of all...

Historian Tony Warner brings to light African and Caribbean influences on Britain, in this KS3 black history lesson starter on gold and Britain's financial history. Historian Tony Warner shows how you can discover where to find Black...

Un-Belizable! We're off on a Central American Mayan excursion on this episode of Travel Thru History! Belize City, is a popular tropical hotspot on the coast of the country of Belize. Belize is considered the heartland of the Maya...

Learn about the growth in popularity of coffee and its connections with black history in Britain, in this lesson starter for use with KS3 pupils. Historian Tony Warner shows how you can discover where to find Black History in your Town...

Discovering the Isthmus of Panama:Our next adventure takes us across continents to the Isthmus of Panama, home to the renowned Panama Canal. Explore this vital waterway, offering a gateway to maritime, commercial, and financial services....

This KS3 lesson starter on black history highlights the contributions to British landmarks of people of African and Caribbean descent. Historian Tony Warner shows how you can discover where to find Black History in your Town or City....