It's 1819. The US is preparing to make Missouri and Maine new states. One representative insists that slavery shouldn't be allowed in any new state. Another believes it should be a state's right to choose. A compromise is proposed:...

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that federal workers will get Monday off to mark Queen Elizabeth’s funeral, but not everyone will get the day off, with some provinces opting out.

The Indian Removal Act of 1830 led to the forced relocation of Indigenous Peoples from the fertile East to the arid West, marking a tragic chapter in U.S. history with the harrowing Trail of Tears.

Indigenous Peoples have thrived across the eastern portion of present day United States for more than 10,000 years, forming hundreds of distinct cultures and Nations. In this video learn about the Wampanoag, Anishinaabeg, and Cherokee...

The French and Indian War was a bloody struggle between Britain and France for control over North America. It created the conditions for the American Revolution.

Since its birth, the United States has acquired new territories through purchase, conflict and annexation. New territories ensured the country’s growth, but often at the expense of Indigenous peoples.

Indigenous Peoples have thrived across the western portion of present day United States for more than 10,000 years, forming hundreds of distinct cultures and Nations. In this video, learn about the Inuit, Chinook, and Pueblo Nations.

The War of 1812 pitted the fledgling United States against Great Britain in a second war of independence. But what factors influenced Congress’ contentious decision to declare war in the first place?

The Kansas-Nebraska Act of 1854 allowed territories to decide on slavery through popular sovereignty, escalating tensions that led to the Civil War.

The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848 transferred 55% of Mexican territory to the U.S., and ignited a fierce debate over slavery in these new lands.

The 1860 presidential election, pivotal in U.S. history, catapulted Abraham Lincoln to power, intensified national divisions over slavery, and led directly to the Civil War.

The Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 gave the federal government new powers to capture and return escaped enslaved people, but its failures intensified divisions between Northern and Southern states.

Wyoming and Colorado are two states that would appear to have many similarities. Location, physical geography, history and even their very shapes mirror each other in interesting ways. However, Colorado has ten times the population as...

Welcome to a new series where we'll be exploring the geographic history of various countries. Today we kick it off with France! Beginning in 481, this video will walk you through the years and decades to see how France expanded,...

Exploring Alberta's Natural Splendor:Our final destination takes us to the breathtaking province of Alberta, Canada. Prepare to be mesmerized by the stunning beauty of Banff National Park as we embark on a scenic tour of its pristine...

Cultural and Scenic Marvels in Colombia:"We will cross the ocean to Colombia and take a cable car to reach the top of Cerro Monserrate, where we will find one of the largest monasteries and we will have the best view of the city of...

Polynesia and the South Pacific island countries are incredibly beautiful. And these islands are often thought of first when travelers begin yearning for a tropical holiday. Unfortunately, these very same islands are also facing an...

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In this video, the author discusses the importance of politics in worldbuilding and how it can add depth and complexity to the world being created. The video discusses types of political systems that can be incorporated into a world. You...

Dr. Forrester talks about the history of the Indian reservations in the United States and what the reservations are like today.

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Let's go down under and learn about the geography of Australia!

This video provides a detailed account of the events surrounding the Ottoman and Serbian Empires in the 14th century, highlighting key figures, strategic decisions, and the pivotal Battle of Maritza. It explores the political...

This video provides a detailed account of the rise of the Marathas under the leadership of Shivaji, their conflicts with the Mughal Empire, and the decisive Battle of Palkhed led by Bajirao. Through strategic mobility and tactical...

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