Population Growth- Baby Boom
After World War II had drawn to a close, the United States experienced unprecedented population growth that to this day has shaped the social and political landscape of the country, and changed how and where many Americans live. Known as the "baby boom," this population expansion took place between the years 1946 and 1964, with the peak occurring in 1957. The elevated birthrate, unparalleled in American history, added more than 50 million babies by the end of the 1950s. (Video is narrated with s
The Economy during the US Civil War
This video is accompanied by text. "The Civil War affected northern and southern economies differently. When the war began, the north, with its large factories and well-established companies, generated a great deal of the country’s business. After the first volleys of battle, the north experienced a slight depression due to the uncertainty of the war and the loss of southern business associations. However, after the initial shock passed, the northern economy flourished. The federal government
A History Of Scotland - Episode 4 - Language Is Power (1/6)
The feud between the Stewarts and MacDonalds and the emergence of Scots as the dominant language over Gaelic. A well-photographed history of Scotland that is explored through commentary and re-enactments. This BBC documentary is suitable for middle school and high school students.
A History Of Scotland - Episode 4 - Language Is Power (2/6)
The feud between the Stewarts and MacDonalds and the emergence of Scots as the dominant language over Gaelic. A well-photographed history of Scotland that is explored through commentary and re-enactments. This BBC documentary is suitable for middle school and high school students.
Egypt's Golden Empire : Pharaohs of the Sun 7/9
Akhenaten declares that there is but one god: the sun, Aten. He and Nefetitti (his queen) ruled strongly until the queen disappeared from history. In a rage, he became intolerant and repressed those who still worshiped other gods. (Video is well-produced and very informative.)
Egypt's golden empire : Pharaohs of the Sun 9/9
Thanks to the work of an archaeologist named Dr. Carter, the tomb of King Tut was discovered and became an important part of history. A huge amount of valuable artifacts and many clues as to what actually happened to him, Amana, and Egypt.
The Korean War (pt. 1)
This video is a series of slides and film with a music background a lots of informative text. There is no narration. It relates a timeline of events that took place during the Korean War.
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
Rescue of the Lost Battalion is a 10-minute machinima (animated movie) featuring the story of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team's rescue of the "Lost Battalion," a Texas unit that was trapped behind enemy lines during World War II.
Featuring narration from the Go For Broke National Education Center's oral history archive, along with historical footage from the National Archives and videogame animation, the movie vividly describe
After Mein Kampf - The Story of Adolph Hitler
A black and white film documentary produced in Great Britain in 1940. Â The film includes actual scenes of events and reconstructions. Â The film begins in 1918 with battlefield scenes. The film focuses on how Hitler obtained power. The film has a decided point of view. (53:18)
American Civil War-Beginning and End
Soon after Abraham Lincoln became America’s 16th president, the country split apart when the South seceded from the Union and formed the Confederate States of America.
Days after the South surrendered, at Appomattox Court House in Virginia, President Lincoln was assassinated. He had lived just long enough to see his fondest wish fulfilled. His country, bruised and battered though it was, would survive as a single nation.
This clip, from The Civil War: A K
The Last Stand of the 300 Spartans 1/10
History Channel - Documentary - The last stand of the 300 told through re-enactments and scholarly commentary. A quote from the movie: "The 300 Spartans were the Delta Force of the ancient world." Suitable for high school students.
The Last Stand of the 300 Spartans 2/10
History Channel - Documentary - The last stand of the 300 told through re-enactments and scholarly commentary. A quote from the movie: "The 300 Spartans were the Delta Force of the ancient world." Suitable for high school students.
The Last Stand of the 300 Spartans 3/10
History Channel - Documentary - The last stand of the 300 told through re-enactments and scholarly commentary. A quote from the movie: "The 300 Spartans were the Delta Force of the ancient world." Suitable for high school students.
The Last Stand of the 300 Spartans 4/10
History Channel - Documentary - The last stand of the 300 told through re-enactments and scholarly commentary. A quote from the movie: "The 300 Spartans were the Delta Force of the ancient world." Suitable for high school students.
The Last Stand of the 300 Spartans 5/10
History Channel - Documentary - The last stand of the 300 told through re-enactments and scholarly commentary. A quote from the movie: "The 300 Spartans were the Delta Force of the ancient world." Suitable for high school students.
The Last Stand of the 300 Spartans 6/10
History Channel - Documentary - The last stand of the 300 told through re-enactments and scholarly commentary. A quote from the movie: "The 300 Spartans were the Delta Force of the ancient world." Suitable for high school students.
The Last Stand of the 300 Spartans 7/10
History Channel - Documentary - The last stand of the 300 told through re-enactments and scholarly commentary. A quote from the movie: "The 300 Spartans were the Delta Force of the ancient world." Suitable for high school students.
The Last Stand of the 300 Spartans 8/10
History Channel - Documentary - The last stand of the 300 told through re-enactments and scholarly commentary. A quote from the movie: "The 300 Spartans were the Delta Force of the ancient world." Suitable for high school students.
The Last Stand of the 300 Spartans 9/10
History Channel - Documentary - The last stand of the 300 told through re-enactments and scholarly commentary. A quote from the movie: "The 300 Spartans were the Delta Force of the ancient world." Suitable for high school students.
The Last Stand of the 300 Spartans 10/10
History Channel - Documentary - The last stand of the 300 told through re-enactments and scholarly commentary. A quote from the movie: "The 300 Spartans were the Delta Force of the ancient world." Suitable for high school students.
