A history of LEDs, and how to make an LED from scratch
A tour through the world of the light-emitting diode (LED). Learn who invented it, how to use it, and how to make your own. Very geeky, but cool for electronics buffs. Documentary.
History of Ground Hog's Day
Ever wonder about the history of Groundhog day. Here it is. It is rather interesting, religiously-rooted description with modern music. (Amateur video)
History of Presidents Day
A fascinating history of Presidents Day and why it is important.
Preschoolers Integrate History and Science Into Thanksgiving By Making Butter
This lesson shows how children make butter. The children shake heavy cream to make butter. Each person took a turn shaking the container until the buttermilk separated out and the fat turned into butter. Dr. Oakley explained to the children that the small parts in the butter, called fat molecules, bang together as we shake the container. As they bang together more and more, they begin to stick together, which makes the butter. The children learned that a liquid can become a solid. Th
History of Memorial Day
This 3:37 video goes through the wars that America has been involved in as the history of Memorial Day is reviewed. This is a good video to show prior to the holiday and to develop an appreciation for what the day stands for. Best used with a handout on the wars and the numbers involved.
A Short History of Father's Day
This is a short video about the founding of Father's Day in 1909. Father's Day celebrated its 100th anniversary on June, 20, 2010. This skit explains the origin of the day. (02:15)
The Fall of the Ottoman Empire 1 - History Channel documentary
At the beginning of the 20th century, the Ottoman Empire was allied to Germany and the central powers when WWI began. There is an account of the war in the western front. The video refers to Britains' secret plans and how these involved Turkey. The importance of Turkish Nationalism is explained. Some of Prophet Mohammed's words are quoted in the video (written) Some Arab leaders try to make agreements with France and Britain trying to get independence.
The Fall of the Ottoman Empire 2 - History Channel documentary
Husain leads his army in the quest for Arab's independence. How the spheres of influence worked is explained. there is also an account of the importance of Oil. The first Arab attacks of the Ottomans begin in 1916. Britain intervene on two fronts and attack the central powers at their weakest points, the Ottoman Empire. The Ottoman are finally defeated and soon WWI comes to an end. Britain and France would impose their rule over the Arab territory.
Spain History in Brief
This is a short video about the history of Spain. The video explains that at one time, Spain was the most powerful nation in the world and how developed. There is reference to current affairs.
50 Years of History in the European Union
this video teaches about the past 50 years in the European Union. It reveals an unprecedented success story: The video has narration.
The History of Easter
This video is about the history of Easter. The origins, meaning, traditions, and customs of Easter are examined in this video. Discover how the Easter Bunny and easter eggs originated in this video.
I Have a Dream: A Celebration of Black History Month
This is five minute, student created salute to Dr. Martin Luther King and other figures in Black History. It was done by students grades K-6 who were performing for the very first time.
History and Land of Greece
Beautiful pictures of the land and history of Greek with musical background.
Japanese History of Edo period to Meiji Restoration(2/6)
Japan of Edo period(Bakumatsu). After this age, Meiji Restoration occur in japan. It is expressed by movie The Last Samurai.
Japanese History of Edo period to Meiji Restoration(5/6)
Japan of Edo period (Bakumatsu). After this age, Meiji Restoration occur in japan. It is expressed by movie The Last Samurai
Japanese History of Edo period to Meiji Restoration(4/6)
Japan of Edo period(Bakumatsu). After this age, Meiji Restoration occur in japan. It is expressed by movie The Last Samurai.
Japanese History of Edo period to Meiji Restoration(3/6)
Japan of Edo period(Bakumatsu). After this age, Meiji Restoration occur in japan. It is expressed by movie The Last Samurai.
Japanese History of Edo period to Meiji Restoration(6/6)
Japan of Edo period(Bakumatsu). After this age, Meiji Restoration occur in japan. It is expressed by movie The Last Samurai.
History of the Automobile in the US
Detroit is where it started. This is a history (of sorts)of the automobile in Detroit.
Money - A Brief History Of The American Dollar - Part 2 of 2
Educational video explaining the Constitutional and legal history of the US Dollar. This video contains many high resolution images showing many examples of money. The video is made by an amateur and is critical of our present monetary system.
