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Previously in World History...
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Who were the Vikings?
History Channel video describing origins of Vikings and effects on European civilization. -
Heavy Cavalry of the Middle Ages
History Channel video (3:30) describes the development of the knight's armor. -
The Crusades
History Channel video discuss the motives of Crusaders and their religious leaders, as well as the impact of the Crusades on Europe.
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Duke Godfrey Leads the First Crusade
History Channel video describes the beginning of the crusades.
Unit 1: Belief Systems and Geography Foundations
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TED-Ed: The Five Major World Religions
John Bellaimey explores the intertwined histories and cultures of the major religions: Hinduism, Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity and Islam.
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Crash Course World History #11: Christianity from Judaism to Constantine
John Green explains the early development of Christianity.
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Crash Course World History #13: Islam, the Quran and the Five Pillars
John Green teaches a brief history of Islam.
Unit 2: Renaissance and Reformation
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Humanism Leads to the Renaissance
Peter Weller discusses the early humanist writers who kicked off the Renaissance. -
The Renaissance
An overview of the causes, accomplishments and effects of the Renaissance, presented through a song and accompanying illustrations (4:00) -
Johannes Gutenberg and the Printing Press
Video on Gutenberg and the printing press (13:41)
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A Matter of Fact: Printing Transforms Knowledge
Documentary on the history of the printing press and how it has changed society (50 minutes). The most relevant part starts at 18:00 through 44:00. -
Democracy and the Wired World
Michael Wesley of Lowy Institute discusses how the internet is helping to spread global democracy.
Unit 3: The Scientific Revolution and the Age of Exploration
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War of the American Indians
History Channel documentary film (43:00) about the events leading up to the founding of the Iroquois Confederation. -
Aztec Culture: Engineering an Empire
In this History Wonders video, brought to you by the History Channel, learn about the founding of the Aztec Empire in Tenochtitlan. The Aztecs really started to control the city when they defeated their overlords, the Tepanecs.
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Aztec Culture: Human Sacrifice
This installment of "Wonders of Latin America" looks at human sacrifice and the mighty Aztec emperor Ahuitzotl, who supposedly orchestrated a massive sacrifice of 20,000 people.
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Incan Culture: Ghosts of Machu Picchu
The breathtaking Inca city of Machu Picchu was built atop the Andes mountains in Peru -
Incan Culture: Rise of the Incans
Inca Emperor Pachacuti rises to power and transforms his kingdom into the largest empire in South America.
Unit 4: Age of Revolutions
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Galileo Galilei: Beyond the Big Bang
5 minute History channel video discussing Galileo's discoveries and trials.
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Origins of the French Revolution
History Channel presents a brief description of the origins of the French Revolution. -
Robespierre and the Reign of Terror
History Channel video on the role of Robespierre in the Reign of Terror during the French Revolution.
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The Rise of Napoleon
From the History Channel: "In the wake of the French Revolution, a young Napoleon Bonaparte beings a meteoric rise to power."
Unit 5: Industrialization and Imperialism
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The Industrial Revolution
Brief introduction to the Industrial Revolution from the History Channel. -
Crash Course World History #32: Coal, Steam and the Industrial Revolution
John Green presents a brief summary of the Industrial Revolution. -
The Steam Engine Drives a Revolution
History Channel presents a brief (2 1/2 min.) history of the steam engine. -
Industrial Inventions (Photo Gallery)
The History Channel presents a slideshow featuring inventions that revolutionize agriculture and industry during the 19th century. -
Crash Course World History #33: Capitalism and Socialism
John Green presents a summary of the origins and meaning of Capitalism versus Communism. -
How Are Socialism and Communism Different?
History Channel article with photo gallery and related videos.
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Triangle Shirtwaist Fire
7 minute video detailing dangerous working conditions in factories of 19th and early 20th centuries. -
Crash Course World History #35: Imperialism
John Green presents a brief summary of the development of Imperialism. -
Spanish American War
PBS documentary discusses how the Spanish American War generates debate over America's newfound role as an imperial power.
Unit 6: World War I
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A Shot That Changed the World - The Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
8 minute video focuses on the details of the assassination attempt and the background of the assassin(s).
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The Assassination That Sparked WW1- 100 years later
News coverage produced by Newsy marking the centennial of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
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Epic History: The Russian Revolution
13 minute overview of the Russian Revolution[s] from 1881 to 1923.
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U-boats sink the Lusitania in 1915
History.com video details the events and outcry surrounding the sinking of the Lusitania
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The Russian Revolution in Color
46 Minute video includes primary source footage, historical reenactments and interviews with historians. -
World War I Videos on the History Channel
The History Channel presents 19 videos and other resources on a variety of World War I topics. -
Mutiny in Petrograd
The Smithsonian Channel uses real time film footage, mixed with re-enactments, to depict the crucial point when the soldiers of Petrograd (St. Petersburg) join the Russian Revolution. -
Revolutionary Sailors of Kronshtadt
The Smithsonian Channel presents a brief account of the mutiny of Russian sailors in February and March of 1917, an event which contributes to the momentum of the Russian Revolution.
Unit 7: Interwar Years
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The World Wars: The Price of Glory (Episode 2)
49 minutes. History Channel documentary. The Allies defeat the Germans; Versailles Treaty; economic depression leads to rise of Hitler.
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Crash Course European History #34: World War I's Civilians, the Homefront and and Uneasy Peace
John Greene presents an overview of the end(?) of World War I, and its effects on the world. 14 minutes.
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Crash Course European History #36: Post-WWI Recovery
John Green presents this look at how European countries did (or didn't) recover from the devastation of WWI during the 1920s. Length- 14:47.
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Crash Course European History #37: Economic Depression and Dictators
John Green explains how economic and social conditions contributed to the rise of authoritarian leaders during the 1920s and 1930s.
Unit 8: World War II
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Hip Hop History: World War II
Brief overview of causes, effects and key events during WWII. Recommend watching with Closed Captioning turned on. 6.5 minutes.
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The World Wars: The Storm Explodes (Episode 4)
History Channel docudrama. This episode focuses on the beginning of WW2: the Nazi-Soviet Pact, the invasion of Poland, Blitzkrieg, the Battle of Britain. 49 minutes.
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The World Wars: Never Surrender (Episode 5)
49 minutes. This episode focuses on the Pearl Harbor and US entry into the war, as well as the Holocaust. Key turning points are highlighted: the Battle of Stalingrad and the Battle of Midway.
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The World Wars: Peace at Last (Episode 6)
49 minutes. History channel documentary. This episode focuses on D Day and the conclusion of the war, including Hitler's suicide, Germany's surrender, the dropping of atomic bombs on Japan, and the post-war occupation, relations and recovery.
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The Century: America's Time- Civilians at War (1941-1945)
70 minutes. Documentary by History Channel and ABC News. Highlights experiences of civilians during the war using historical footage and interviews with survivors in three segments: the Blitz (England), German controlled territories and Japanese controlled areas.
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Crash Course World History #38: World War 2
Excellent overview of the causes and consequences of WW2.
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Oversimplified History: World War II (Part 1)
14 minutes. Cartoon overview of causes, combatants and key events during WWII.
Note: If you choose this video instead of Crash Course, you need to make sure you watch Part 2, as well.
Additional Note: Every Oversimplified video starts with a commercial for the platform used to create the video.
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Oversimplified History: World War II (Part 2)
14 minutes. Cartoon overview of key events leading to conclusion of World War II.
Note: Make sure you watch both Part 1 and Part 2 in this series.
Additional Note: Every Oversimplified video appears to start with a commercial for the platform used to create the video.
Unit 9: Cold War & Decolonization
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Crash Course World History #37: Communists, Nationalists and China's Revolutions
John Green explains. 12 minutes.
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Crash Course World History #39: USA and USSR Fight! Cold War
John Green explains the origins of the Cold War and analyzes its impact on the world.
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Crash Course World History #40: Decolonization and Nationalism Triumphant
John Green explains. Turn on the captions, it helps!