Terracotta Warriors
The explore team visits the tomb of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses —one of the most important archaeological findings of the 20th century. A ceramic army of 8,099 life-sized, intricately carved statues modeled after Emperor Qin's infantry men, officers, and archers stand at attention, ready to protect their leader in his afterlife.
Ladies of the Renaissance
WARNING: Two nude renderings of the female body. Slideshow of women depicted in Renaissance paintings.'The Renaissance (from French Renaissance, meaning "rebirth"; Italian: Rinascimento, from re- "again" and nascere "be born") was a cultural movement that spanned roughly the 14th to the 17th century, beginning in Florence in the Late Middle Ages and later spreading to the rest of Europe (Wikipedia, 2009). No text or naration to explain about the paintings. (2:59)
Renaissance - Birth of a Dynasty, Part 1
Between 1300 and 1600, the Western world changed, dramatically. This time of "rebirth" is known as "The Renaissance."Â
At the dawn of the 15th century, an illicit trade begins. Men are not looking for jewels or treasures. They are searching for manuscripts - sources of knowledge - hidden in the vaults of churches. Cosimo de Medici (the young boy baptized in 1389) is now grown. He and his friends are seeking to uncover lost secrets from the ancient world
Renaissance - Birth of a Dynasty, Part 2
During the early years of the Medici dynasty, Florence has a domeless cathedral. Its original builders - alas! - had been too ambitious.Â
Growing up in the shadow of the unfinished cathedral, Cosimo de Medici wonders if his family could hire someone capable of finishing the project.
In the same city, a maverick architect with fresh ideas - Filippo Brunelleschi - is trying to make his way. Not worried about Filippo's temper, Cosimo and his father, Giovanni, back hi
Renaissance - Birth of a Dynasty, Part 5
NOTE: This clip contains a segment on fourteenth-century art and its creative processes. Sculptures of the human body (and their descriptions) may be offensive to some people, especially children. Proceed with caution.
The Pope opens a significant line of credit, with the Medici bank, resulting in huge wealth for Cosimo and his family. Â
Medici art patronage, thus, becomes a political strategy - a key fact leading to an explosion of art development unequal
Antique Silk Factory in Florence Italy
An informative narration takes us to Florence, Italy where 19th century looms make some of the finest silks in the world. Visit a florentine factory where a hand loom dating back to 1780 is still used and every thread is woven by hand. See how artisans create silk the way it has been done for centuries.
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.
John James Audubon- a Short Overview
A brief review of the the work of the famous painter of birds. 'John James Audubon (April 26, 1785 – January 2, 1851) was a French-American ornithologist, naturalist, hunter, and painter. He painted, catalogued, and described the birds of North America in a form far superior to what had gone before' (Wikipedia, 2009).
Audubon Art
Overview of the the work of the famous painter of birds; video gives insight into what made Audubon stand out at the time.'John James Audubon (April 26, 1785 – January 2, 1851) was a French-American ornithologist, naturalist, hunter, and painter. He painted, catalogued, and described the birds of North America in a form far superior to what had gone before' (Wikipedia, 2009). (2:00)
JOHN JAMES AUDUBON: THE BIRDS OF AMERICA
PROGRAM COMMEMORATES THE TWO HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY OF THIS NINETEENTH-CENTURY NATURALIST AND ARTIST, JOHN JAMES AUDUBON. TO HIGHLIGHT AUDUBON'S DEVELOPMENT AS AN ARTIST, THE PROGRAM USES QUOTATIONS FROM HIS JOURNALS, ILLUSTRATIONS FROM HIS ORIGINAL DRAWINGS AND ENGRAVINGS, AND WORKS OF ART BY OTHER ARTISTS OF THE PERIOD. THE IMAGES OF THE WORKS OF ART ARE INTERWOVEN WITH LIVE MOTION NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY AND FOOTAGE OF SITES SIGNIFICANT TO AUDUBON'S LIFE AND WORK. (29:32)
Gandi Biograhy
His early life, long marriage, and actions to defend the rights of Indians and developing non-violent protests. A good biography in tracing his desire to help the masses and how he got his nickname. He advocated a simple life.
Charles Drew, Part 1 of 4
Film documentary on the life and times of Charles Drew who did research 'in the field of blood transfusions, developing improved techniques for blood storage, and applied his expert knowledge in developing large-scale blood banks early in World War II, saving thousands of allied lives' (Wikipedia, 2009).
Charles Drew, Part 2 of 4
Film documentary on the life and times of Charles Drew who did research 'in the field of blood transfusions, developing improved techniques for blood storage, and applied his expert knowledge in developing large-scale blood banks early in World War II, saving thousands of allied lives' (Wikipedia, 2009).
Charles Drew, Part 3 of 4
Film documentary on the life and times of Charles Drew who did research 'in the field of blood transfusions, developing improved techniques for blood storage, and applied his expert knowledge in developing large-scale blood banks early in World War II, saving thousands of allied lives' (Wikipedia, 2009).
Charles Drew, Part 4 of 4
Film documentary on the life and times of Charles Drew who did research 'in the field of blood transfusions, developing improved techniques for blood storage, and applied his expert knowledge in developing large-scale blood banks early in World War II, saving thousands of allied lives'
Charles Drew - Inventor of the Blood Bank
Commentary, still images, and narration about Charles Drew. Commentary is provided by Dr. Lester Rodney of Morehouse Colllege. Drew did research 'in the field of blood transfusions, developing improved techniques for blood storage, and applied his expert knowledge in developing large-scale blood banks early in World War II, saving thousands of allied lives' (Wikipedia, 2009).
Overview of Charles R. Drew's Life
Commentary, still images, and narration about Charles Drew. Drew did research 'in the field of blood transfusions, developing improved techniques for blood storage, and applied his expert knowledge in developing large-scale blood banks early in World War II, saving thousands of allied lives' (Wikipedia, 2009).
In Memory of Emmett Till
The Emmett Till story is one of those stories that gripped the nation in the 50's. CAUTION: There is a (famous) image of Till in a casket.' 'The murder of Emmett Till was noted as one of the leading events that motivated the American Civil Rights Movement'
The Murder of Emmett Till
The Emmett Till story is one of those stories that gripped the nation in the 50's. CAUTION: There is a distant image of Till in a casket. His mother insisted that his casket be open so that all could see the boy's face. 'The murder of Emmett Till was noted as one of the leading events that motivated the American Civil Rights Movement' (Wikipedia, 2009).
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.
