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John Winthrop
Prof. Allison discusses John Winthrop's life and accomplishments. This course explores the history of Boston from the 1600’s to the present day. Learn about the native people who lived on the land we now know as Boston before the Puritans...
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The Relationship Between Puritans and Indians
Prof. Allison discusses the early relationships between the Puritans and Indians during the settling of the Massachusetts Bay Colony. This course explores the history of Boston from the 1600’s to the present day. Learn about the native...
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The Legend of Hercules (Herakles): Greatest Hero in Greek Mythology
The Greek demigod Hercules, but known in Greek as Herakles, is famous for his great strength and stamina, as well as a series of adventures known as the 12 labours of Hercules, through which he defeated powerful monsters, such as the nine-headed...
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Recreation of the First Ship Built in Maine
The original Virginia, a pinnace-type ship, was built in 1607 by members of the short-lived Popham Colony in present-day Phippsburg.
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History of the Holidays: Easter | History
A quick look at the holiest day on the Christian calender, Easter. HISTORY®, now reaching more than 98 million homes, is the leading destination for award-winning original series and specials that connect viewers with history in an informative...
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James II And The End Of The Stuarts | Game Of Kings | Timeline
Professor Kate Williams reflects on the reign of King James II, who ruled for only three years. Learn how this last Stuart king was deposed in the Glorious Revolution of 1688. ???? It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit...
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William Bradford and Plymouth: The View from 400 Years
A look back 400 years at Puritan women and William Bradford On June 10-11, join us for two online programs co-hosted by New England Historic Genealogical Society (NEHGS) featuring Dr. Francis J. Bremer, coordinator of New England Beginnings...
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GCSE History: What Led the Elizabethans to Explore
The video looks at the reasons why the the Elizabethans were able to explore the world. The video helps support AQA's Elizabethan England, c1568–1603 and the Edexcel History GCSE topic: Early Elizabethan England, 1558-1588.
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BBC Four HD Tales of Tudor Travel The Explorer's Handbook (2018)
A remarkable travel guide compiled from first-hand records of Tudor seafarers in the 16th century. Professor Nandini Das explores Hakluyt's Principal Navigations, which records accounts of ventures in search of lucrative spices and dyes...
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The Ancient Roman Festival of Saturnalia: Jolliest of Roman Festivals
The Ancient Roman Festival of Saturnalia began as a one-day festival in honor of the Roman god Saturn, but by the late Republic, it spanned over an entire week. The Saturnalia consisted of feasting, drinking, games and general merriment...