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The 12 Olympians: The Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greek Mythology
Video by Kelly Macquire

The 12 Olympians: The Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greek Mythology

The 12 Olympians were the 12 most important gods and goddesses of Ancient Greek Mythology, and were so-called because it was believed they dwelt on Mount Olympus. Our Olympians Gods and Goddesses are Zeus, Hera, Poseidon, Demeter, Ares, Athena...
Police in Ancient Egypt
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Police in Ancient Egypt

In any society, members of the community recognize they are required to restrain certain impulses in order to participate in the community. Every civilization has had some form of law which makes clear that the benefits of peaceful coexistence...
The Puritans Were Not Tolerant of Other Religions
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The Puritans Were Not Tolerant of Other Religions

In 1630, the Puritans fled England to the Massachusetts coast, looking to evade religious persecution. Within 20 years, they had become the persecutors, directing their wrath at the Quakers. From the Series: Aerial America: Boston http://bitly.com/2rd1crm...
Society & Religion in the New England Colonies - Khan Academy
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Society & Religion in the New England Colonies - Khan Academy

The New England colonies organized society around the Puritan religion and family farming. In this video, Kim Kutz Elliott explores New England settlers' reasons for immigrating to North America and their farming and fishing economy. View...
The Great Awakening
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The Great Awakening

The Great Awakening breaks out in America when several new religious leaders such as George Whitefield emerge to revive the church. This brings about new ways of worshipping and ultimately new religious sects such as Baptists and Presbyterians...
Hermes: Greek God, Trickster and Messenger to the Gods
Video by Kelly Macquire

Hermes: Greek God, Trickster and Messenger to the Gods

Hermes was the Ancient Greek god of trade, wealth, luck, fertility, animal husbandry, sleep, language, thieves, and travel. He is known as the trickster of the Greek pantheon, and most recognisable is his position as the Messenger to the...
The Historic Women's Suffrage March on Washington - Michelle Mehrtens
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The Historic Women's Suffrage March on Washington - Michelle Mehrtens

Explore how the Women’s Suffrage Parade on Washington in 1913 helped women secure the right to vote in the United States through the 19th amendment. On March 3, 1913, after months of strategic planning and controversy, thousands of women...
The First & Last King of Haiti - Marlene Daut
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The First & Last King of Haiti - Marlene Daut

Dive into the life of Henry Christophe, a former slave and leader in the Haitian Revolution and the only king of Haiti. The royal couple of Haiti rode into their coronation to thunderous applause. After receiving his ornate crown, Henry...
The Mysterious Life & Death of Rasputin - Eden Girma
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The Mysterious Life & Death of Rasputin - Eden Girma

Get to know the story of Rasputin, known as the “Mad Monk,” who was assassinated for his involvement with the Russian monarchy. On a night in 1916, Russian aristocrats set a plot of assassination into motion. If all went as planned, a...
The Imaginary King who Changed the Real World - Matteo Salvadore
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The Imaginary King who Changed the Real World - Matteo Salvadore

Get to know the legend of the king known as Prester John, whose myth would impact the decisions of European leaders for 400 years. In 1165 CE, copies of a strange letter began to circulate throughout Europe. It spoke of a fantastical...
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