King Henry VII - Lecture on Historical Figure
The video shows an expert lecturing. It is part of the historical monologue "400 Years of English History" presented by artist/historian George S. Stuart as part of an exhibit of his Historical Figures at the Ventura County Museum of Art and History in Ventura California. The presenter explains how king Henry VII dealt with some laws during his reign. (4:22)
Henry VII - Household and Chamber
A video presentation showing some of the key points in Henry VII's reign. The focus is Henry's finance and money and how he managed to change laws and have a surplus. (2:40)
Ancient Warriors - The Irish Warriors of the Emerald 1/3
The beginning is purposely blurred as an artistic effect. This is a History Channel documentary regarding Ireland's fight against the Vikings that is suitable for high school students.
Ancient Warriors - The Irish Warriors of the Emerald 2/3
The beginning is purposely blurred as an artistic effect. This is a History Channel documentary regarding Ireland's fight against the Vikings that is suitable for high school students.
Ancient Warriors - The Irish Warriors of the Emerald 3/3
The segment starts around 1013. This is a History Channel documentary regarding Ireland's fight against the Vikings that is suitable for high school students.
Edward IV and the Duke of Clarance
This video outlines Edward IV's controversial marriage to Elizabeth Wood ville. Edward and Elizabeth's daughter (also named Elizabeth) would go on to marry Henry VII therefore Edward and Elizabeth Wood ville were Henry VIII's maternal grandparents. Edward's brother, the duke of Clarence claims the throne. He was arrested in 1478, found guilty and executed. (5:12)
Kings and Queens of England (1066 - 2008)
A very simple slideshow with paintings and other artwork depictions of the Kings and Queens of England and later the United Kingdom. Irrelevant electronic music background. (4:04)
Death of King George VI - Historic Film Footage
This 7:37 minute video has clips of the King and his life in a tribute is read about this life over British radio. This is the monarch whose life is featured in the movie, " The King's Speech" and offers students a chance to see the real king. Overall, it offers students a chance to see the pomp of royality at that time.
British Royal Family
The British Royal Family, the House of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha, originally the House of Wettin, have reigned over the UK and Commonwealth monarchies from the time of King Edward VII. This six-minute video will warrant a history lesson for many as some of the faces may be unknown. There are several images of a younger Queen Elizabeth (around 2:50 in this presentation). This is essentially a slide show--there is no narration, however, there is music.
Monarchy: The Royal Family at Work | The Crown Jewels | PBS
The British crown jewels are so precious that they travel in secret and can only be handled by one man, the crown jeweler. He gives a guided tour of the crown, which Queen Elizabeth II dons for the incredibly lush and symbolic ceremony that opens Parliament each year. (01:48)
Hernan Cortes - Documentary drama Part 1 of 6
This is the first part of the docudrama that presents the history of conquistador Hernan Cortes, part of Heroes and Villains series. This part shows the moment when Cortes arrives in Mexico and what he did with his army. There is reference to the influence of the Catholic church. (10:00)
Hernan Cortes - Documentary drama Part 2 of 6
This is the second part of the BBC docudrama about Hernan Cortes, part of Heroes and Villains. This part shows when Cortes arrived at the Aztec capital and what he did. There is a description of Tenochtitlan and there are scenes showing the first contact between the inhabitants and the Spaniards. There is a description of Montezuma's power and of his Empire.
Hernan Cortes - Documentary drama Part 3 of 6
This is part 3 of the drama that belongs to BBC Heroes and Villains about Hernan Cortes and what he did when he conquered Mexico. This part shows how the Spaniards captured Moctezuma and controlled the Aztec Empire. There is also reference to the role of religion.
Hernan Cortes - Documentary drama part 4 of 6
This is part 4 of the docudrama about Hernan Cortes which is part of BBC Heroes and Villains. This part shows a recreation of the violent fights between Cortes' men and the natives in Mexico.
Hernan Cortes - Documentary drama Part 5 of 6
This video about Hernan Cortes is part 5 of the docudrama that belongs to BBC Heroes and Villains. The videos try to re-create the clash-of-civilizations and what happened when Cortes conquered Mexico. (10:01)
Hernan Cortes - Documentary Drama Part 6 of 6
This video is tha last part about Hernan Cortes. It is part of BBC series Heroes and Villains. If you're a lover of 16th-century history, best steer clear of this. This Documentary shows the history of Cortes conquest of Mexico.
Elizabeth I - Documentary Part 6
This part of the documentary describes Elizabeth I coronation ceremony in January 1559. The video continues to show that her reign needed her to rule like a king and to have an heir like a queen. She had a group of advisors among whom the closer to her was William Cecil. She also appointed one of her favourites to court.
French Phrases for Dealing With Money
Learn common French phrases for money. Stephanie Hourie Morrow is a native French speaker and has been giving language lessons for 10 years. Each sentence is pronounced in English and French while the French phrase appears on the screen. For beginning to intermediate learners. Good sound quality.
How to Recognize ADHD Symptoms
How to Recognize ADHD Symptoms. Part of the series: How to Tell if Your Child Has ADHD. How to Recognize ADHD Symptoms in this children's health video.
1942 Battle of Midway (Part 4/6)
BBC Video. The Battle of Midway was a major naval battle widely regarded as the most important of the Pacific Campaign of World War II. It took place between 4 and 7 June 1942, approximately one month after the Battle of the Coral Sea and six months after Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor. The United States Navy decisively defeated an Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) attack against Midway Atoll, inflicting irreparable damage on the Japanese navy and seizing the strategic initiative. The Japanese operat
