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History vs. Sigmund Freud - Todd Dufresne
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History vs. Sigmund Freud - Todd Dufresne

Working in Vienna at the turn of the 20th century, he began his career as a neurologist before pioneering the discipline of psychoanalysis, and his influence towers above that of all other psychologists in the public eye. But was Sigmund...
The Last Chief of the Comanches & the Fall of an Empire - Dustin Tahmahkera
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The Last Chief of the Comanches & the Fall of an Empire - Dustin Tahmahkera

Get to know the story of Quanah Parker, a Native American warrior and leader, and the last chief of the Comanche tribe. Late one night in 1871, a group of riders descended on a sleeping army camp, stole about 70 horses, and disappeared...
Prohibition: Banning Alcohol was a Bad Idea... - Rod Phillips
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Prohibition: Banning Alcohol was a Bad Idea... - Rod Phillips

Dig into the Prohibition era in the United States, when the government banned the manufacture, sale, and transport of alcohol. On January 17, 1920, less than one hour after spirits had become illegal throughout the United States, armed...
The Myth of Ireland's Two Greatest Warriors - Iseult Gillespie
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The Myth of Ireland's Two Greatest Warriors - Iseult Gillespie

Dive into the Irish myth of Táin Bò Cuailnge, where Queen Meadhbh of Connaught seeks to capture the fabled brown bull of Ulster. Cú Chulainn, hero of Ulster, stood at the ford at Cooley, ready to face an entire army single handedly— all...
The Rise of the Ottoman Empire - Mostafa Minawi
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The Rise of the Ottoman Empire - Mostafa Minawi

Explore the early days of the Ottoman Empire, as shrewd political rulers grew the principality into an intercontinental empire. In the late 13th Century CE, Osman I established a small principality sandwiched between a crumbling Byzantine...
Ancient Corinth in the 2nd Century CE, version 2.0
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Ancient Corinth in the 2nd Century CE, version 2.0

3D reconstruction of ancient Corinth in the 2nd Century CE, version 2.0. This is completely rebuilt edition, which correctly represent the city layout as it was under the Roman reign. This edition is built in a game engine, so in a near future...
The Electrifying Speeches of Sojourner Truth - Daina Ramey Berry
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The Electrifying Speeches of Sojourner Truth - Daina Ramey Berry

Get to know the story of Sojourner Truth, a woman born into slavery who became known as a powerful orator and outspoken activist. Isabella Baumfree was born into slavery in late 18th century New York. Fleeing bondage with her youngest...
The Contributions of Female Explorers - Courtney Stephens
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The Contributions of Female Explorers - Courtney Stephens

View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-contributions-of-female-explorers-courtney-stephens During the Victorian Age, women were unlikely to become great explorers, but a few intelligent, gritty and brave women made major contributions...
Ugly History: Japanese American Incarceration Camps - Densho
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Ugly History: Japanese American Incarceration Camps - Densho

Dig into the historic injustice of Japanese American incarceration camps, also known as internment camps, during World War II. On December 7, 1941, 16 year-old Aki Kurose shared in the horror of millions of Americans when Japanese...
The Egyptian Book of the Dead: A Guidebook for the Underworld - Tejal Gala
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The Egyptian Book of the Dead: A Guidebook for the Underworld - Tejal Gala

View full lesson: http://ed.ted.com/lessons/the-egyptian-book-of-the-dead-tejal-gala Ancient Egyptians believed that in order to become immortal after death, a spirit must first pass through the underworld — a realm of vast caverns, lakes...
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