Germany
History, culture, facts about Germany. Also a short lesson on basic German words. This video is a student's geography project. A live concert in Germany at the end of the video. (Amateur video)
The Dust Bowl Years
I was inspired to make this video after watching the History Channel's special presentation of "Black Blizzard" which described in depth how and why the Dust Storms of the 1930's happened. I knew the storms were bad, but in my wildest imagination I could never fathom the magnitude of destruction the phenomenon caused. How the people of the time made it through without going mad is truly astonishing. It is to the survivors and their families that I humbly dedicate this video.
Harry Truman-Inaugural Address
Harry Truman had been America's vice president for just a few months when FDR died, unexpectedly, on the 12th of April, 1945. A man Americans barely knew was now in charge of ending the war and leading the country. When Truman sought the presidency, in his own right, he was not at all sure he could win. When he did, he gave this inaugural address on the 20th of January, 1949. It was the biggest upset in history to this date.(17:54)
Arlington: Field of Honor
Tour one of America's most sacred places and explore its hallowed history in this powerful portrait. A place of civil worship-Arlington National Cemetery
Carl Sagan: Wanderers.
A ten minute professionally made video on man as a wanderer. A brief history of why man continues to look for new challenges. Also a good introduction into immigration, and space exploration...in the last decade man has had his inventions land on 70 places in space. Run time 10:00.
Ghana Witches
Travel to Gnana, a village in north Ghana and home to a group of women accused of practicing black magic. Banished from their homes and shunned by their families, these former witches must live out their rest of their days in exile.
Introduction to Haiti (Vintage Film)
This vintage film is an introduction and brief history of Haiti which was filmed in 1942. The film contains many informational tidbits such as: Haiti means 'land of the mountains'. (The Native-Americans who were here before European explorers named the land.) Suitable for upper elementary to high school students.
Trompe l'oeil in the village of Camogli, Italy
In the fishing village of Camogli, near Genoa, Italy. thousands of homes are decorated with trompe l'oeil. We meet one artist who still paints with a technique dating back to the 14th century.
Learn About Memorial Day
This is a very brief look at the history and meaning behind the U.S. federal holiday. It was formerly known as Decoration Day. This holiday commemorates U.S. men and women who have died in military service to their country. At the time of its posting to WatchKnow, this was a Featured Video on YouTube. (00:42)
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.
The Story of India- The Meeting of Two Oceans (pt. 2)
This documentary traces the part of Indian history beginning around 1000
with the presence of Islam on the subcontinent and the Islamic
influence on India.
The Story of India- The Meeting of Two Oceans (pt. 3)
This documentary traces the part of Indian history beginning around 1000
with the presence of Islam on the subcontinent and the Islamic
influence on India.
The Story of India- The Meeting of Two Oceans (pt. 4)
This documentary traces the part of Indian history beginning around 1000
with the presence of Islam on the subcontinent and the Islamic
influence on India.
The Story of India- The Meeting of Two Oceans (pt. 5)
This documentary traces the part of Indian history beginning around 1000
with the presence of Islam on the subcontinent and the Islamic
influence on India.
The Story of India- The Meeting of Two Oceans (pt. 6)
This documentary traces the part of Indian history beginning around 1000
with the presence of Islam on the subcontinent and the Islamic
influence on India.
All About Spain
This video provides information about Spain. It teaches about the the history of Spain and where it is located.(Amateur video of slides, text, and music but no narration)
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.
The Story of Nicola Tesla, Part 1 (Re-enactment)
Our lives today are dependent upon a bewildering amount of technology, much of which we take for granted. Indeed, some of that technology is so pervasive that we forget it even is technology.
Perhaps that's one reason why so many have forgotten the name of Serbian-born inventor Nikola Tesla.
Tesla endured a frightening number of injustices during his lifetime. This is a story about Tesla, one of his inventions, and his extraordinary generosity, in hopes that he will not
The Story of Nicola Tesla, Part 2 (Re-enactment)
Our lives today are dependent upon a bewildering amount of technology, much of which we take for granted. Indeed, some of that technology is so pervasive that we forget it even is technology.
Perhaps that's one reason why so many have forgotten the name of Serbian-born inventor Nikola Tesla.
Tesla endured a frightening number of injustices during his life. This is a story about Tesla, one of his inventions, and his extraordinary generosity, in hopes that he will not fa
The Story of Nicola Tesla,Part 3 (Re-enactment)
Our lives today are dependent upon a bewildering amount of technology, much of which we take for granted. Indeed, some of that technology is so pervasive that we forget it even is technology.
Perhaps that's one reason why so many have forgotten the name of Serbian-born inventor Nikola Tesla.
Tesla endured a frightening number of injustices during his lifetime. This is a story about Tesla, one of his inventions, and his extraordinary generosity, in hopes that he will n
