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2017
2017x1
The Picts: Culture, Language and Lifestyle
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Another episode of the Pictish Culture Analysis, this time looking at the actual culture, language and lifestyle of those most elusive Picts! Hope you all enjoy this video! Pictish .. show full overview
2017x2
A Programme You Should Be Watching: Britain's Ancient Capital: Orkney
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There's a new series on the BBC about the Orkney Islands' place in Prehistoric history and its underappreciated influence on the rest of Neolithic Britain and Europe. Would highly .. show full overview
2017x3
Millennium by Tom Holland - Historical Book Review
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A book review of Millennium by Tom Holland. Thoroughly enjoyed reading this and would recommend it to any interested in Dark Ages and Early Medieval Europe. You can buy the book .. show full overview
2017x4
Morris Dancing - A Part of Our History
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So a few days ago a few members of the public in Birmingham disrupted and shouted down a Morris Dancing Performance, saying it was racist as the members dancing were in blackface. This .. show full overview
2017x5
Thou,Thy,Thine
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Someone left a comment on a previous video about the Frisian "Do,Dy,Dyn" and if it corresponded to the English "Thou, Thy, Thyn." In this one I explain a little bit about it and their .. show full overview
2017x6
The Battle of Newburn: Trailer
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Hello everyone, you may be wondering why you cannot hear the dulcet tones of my voice in this video, and the answer is that Hilbert has fallen ill and has no voice to speak of (pun .. show full overview
2017x7
How Henry VII Became Stinking Rich - Financial Policy and Economics
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How did Henry VII get so rich that it became the way he is remembered by the mainstream today? In this one I discover how Henry's financial policies made him stinking rich. Music .. show full overview
2017x8
The Weimar Republic - How did it Pay the Reparations?
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How did Germany's new Weimar Republic pay the huge sum of the Allied reparations? May contain German words with Dutch pronunciation :D :D You have been warned! Music Used: Suonatore .. show full overview
2017x9
The Weimar Election of 1925
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Video on the Weimar Republic Presidential Election in 1925, how it happened, who won and the implications for the future of democracy in Germany. Music Used: Suonoture Di .. show full overview
2017x10
Weimar Political Parties 1924 - 1928
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Who were the political parties in Germany from 1924 - 1928, and what did they actually stand for? Let's find out! Music Used: Suonatore Di Liuto - Kevin MacLeod Weimar Germany .. show full overview
2017x11
Weimar Politics 1924 - 1928
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A general overview of the political behaviour in Weimar Germany from 1924 - 1928 as well as statistics and details on the coalitions, parties and the chancellors and whether this shows .. show full overview
2017x12
What was the Breton Crisis?
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In this one I look into the Breton Crisis of 1488 - 1492, who was involved, where it all happened, when it happened and why Brittany is no longer independent from France and what effect .. show full overview
2017x13
A Point About the Wars of the Roses Yes, it's Plural!
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My take on why it's called the "Wars" of the Roses rather than just the singular "War" of the Roses as well as some other points about the nature of the war. Music Used: Suonatore .. show full overview
2017x14
Symbols and Symbolism in the Wars of the Roses
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In this one I look into some of the symbols found in the Wars of the Roses and what they meant, as well as some of the history behind them and how they are still prevalent today. .. show full overview
2017x15
The Tudor Rose
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Some points and history about the Tudor Rose I may have failed to mention in my previous video about the Symbolism of the Wars of the Roses. Symbols and Symbolism in the Wars of the .. show full overview
2017x16
Symbols and Symbolism in the Wars of the Roses Part II
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In this one I continue my explanation of the symbols and symbolism to be found in the Wars of the Roses and how this can still be seen in the present day. This video was only possible .. show full overview
2017x17
How Viking Names Work
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Viking's on HBO always makes the error of assuming that the names of the "Vikings" worked the same as our names do today, especially concerning their surnames. However this simply is not .. show full overview
2017x18
Disagreeing with Historians on 1066: A Year To Conquer England
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UK Viewers and any other unable to see the video due to it being blocked on copyright grounds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdVOsP0t2eE In this one I share my view on some of the .. show full overview
2017x19
The Last Kingdom Season 2: Historical Predictions
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My predictions (based solely on history so no real spoilers here!) for the second season of The Last Kingdom. The first episode airs in the UK on the 16th of March and I'm very excited .. show full overview
2017x20
Who Voted For The Nazis?
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In 1933 the Nazis became the largest party in the German Parliament, the Reichstag and their leader Adolf Hitler would soon become the dictator of Germany. But all of this, apart from .. show full overview
2017x30
Was Von Papen to blame for Hitler's Rise to Power?
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In this one I have a look at whether Franz Von Papen, ex-chancellor and politician in Weimar Germany, was the one to blame for Hitler's rise to power which was made possible by his help .. show full overview
2017x21
Cyrus the Great: "The First Persian" Part III: The Final Chapter
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The final part of my series on Cyrus the Great, the first Achaemenid, Persian Emperor. In this (very much delayed) final chapter I will look at the final conquests of our hero, and also .. show full overview
2017x22
A Tribute to Chuck Berry
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The rock and roll sensation Chuck Berry died yesterday. Chuck Berry was hugely important for the history of not only rock n roll but music itself and we have a lot to thank him for. As a .. show full overview
2017x23
The Role of Foreigners in the Spanish Civil War
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For Spanish-speaking viewers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4w5_Q7c8NcM&lc=z12ud1xqfkvvcdrwl04cc5my4oykt3ozbtc0k The Spanish Civil War was a conflict fought between 1936 and 1939 .. show full overview
2017x24
How did Hitler become Chancellor of Germany?
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In January, 1933, Adolf Hitler became Chancellor of Germany which would then lead to his complete take over of power the year after. But who on earth would allow Hitler to become .. show full overview
2017x25
Prehistoric sites in Northumberland's Cheviot Hills
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In this video (which I initially planned as multiple episodes but in the end edited them into a single one) I explore some of the prehistoric sites in Northumberland's Cheviot Hills. .. show full overview
2017x26
Why is Gibraltar British?
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Why is Gibraltar British? The answer is simpler than you think, and interesting, so in this video I'll be looking at why Gibraltar is British and my thoughts on the solution for the .. show full overview
2017x28
What was The Pilgrimage of Grace?
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The Pilgrimage of Grace was a rising in 1536 against Henry VIII's decision to close the monasteries of England, although today it's become synonymous with several risings in the north of .. show full overview
2017x33
How to Count to 10 in Roman Numerals
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Ever wondered how to count to ten using Roman Numerals? Find out in this video! Ancient History .. show full overview
2017x38
The Dissolution of the Monasteries
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The Dissolution of the Monasteries is perhaps the most famous symbol of Henry VIII's Break from Rome and is seen as one of the birth pangs of the Anglican Church. In this video I will .. show full overview
2017x27
The Anglo Saxon Invasion - History Visualised
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Start of a new series of videos on the Anglo-Saxon era where I discuss events and changes with a map alongside me to hep me. In this episode I explore the initial Anglo-Saxon .. show full overview
2017x29
The Anglo Saxon Kingdoms - History Visualised
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In today's episode of Anglo-Saxon History Visualised I take a closer look at the kingdoms the Anglo-Saxon invaders founded and how they developed over time. Don't forget to tune in for .. show full overview
2017x31
Viking Raids - History Visualised
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In this one I'll be taking a look at the first raids on Britain by the people we now call the Vikings. Music Used: Cambodian Odyssey - Kevin MacLeod Rites - Kevin MacLeod Dhaka - .. show full overview
2017x34
The Great Heathen Army - History Visualised
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Music Used: Cambodian Odyssey - Kevin MacLeod Echoes of Time - Kevin MacLeod Lost Frontier - Kevin MacLeod Happy Alley - Kevin MacLeod Anglo-Saxon History Visualised Episode I: .. show full overview
2017x35
Netherlands Vlog Part I - The Ferry and Eemnes
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The first in a couple of vlog-style videos made during my trip to the Netherlands. In this one I introduce the series off the Dutch coast and then spend the next day have a look around .. show full overview
2017x37
Netherlands Vlog Part II - Edam
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In this vlog I have a look at my mum's town of Edam in North Holland. Videos on Location Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list... Facebook: .. show full overview
2017x32
About Early Medieval Ireland and Caherconnel Ringfort
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I talk a little about a 10th Century Irish Ringfort or Cashel called Caherconnel which I once visited when travelling through County Clare but soon diverge and talk about broader Early .. show full overview
2017x36
The Picts: The Ogham Writing System Part I
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*For those of you expecting to see an Anglo-Saxon History Visualised*: I'm afraid after Friday's Livestream I've lost my voice so I couldn't record the next Anglo-Saxon History .. show full overview
2017x40
What does this symbol mean?
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Ever wondered what that strange symbol that looks a bit like a 30 and comes from India actually means? Well you need not sikh the answers any more for in this one I explain the meaning .. show full overview
2017x39
Tudor Enclosures
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Enclosing land was a real social issue involving foreign trade, the rights of the common man and the creation of modern Britain. In this one I specifically look at enclosing during the .. show full overview
2017x41
Why is the South Obsessed with the Civil War?
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The Civil War had a huge effect on the United States of America, but especially on the former Confederacy in the South of the country. In this video I'm going to analyse why the .. show full overview
2017x42
The Three Main Gods in Hinduism (Trimurti)
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There are many, many Gods in Hinduism, all being in some way a small part of the omnipotent Brahman. This video is a simple introduction to the Three Main Gods who are known as the .. show full overview
2017x43
Why did the Dutch Flag Change Twice - Historical Discussion
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In this little historical discussion I talk about the Dutch flag and some of the changes it's been through since the Orange-White-Light Blue of the original Dutch Republic. If you're .. show full overview
2017x46
What do I call the Vikings? Vote! - Historical Discussion
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Vote for how I refer to the "Vikings" in my videos in the poll at the start of the video. Music: Nowhere Land - Kevin MacLeods How Viking Names .. show full overview
2017x48
Soviet Ambitions in Europe in the Aftermath of World War II - Historical Discussion
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In this Historical Discussion I look at the Soviet Union at the end of the Second World War and how they and the Allies attempted to divide Europe by rushing troops to important .. show full overview
2017x49
Is Friesland to Holland what Scotland is to England? - Historical Discussion
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Recently I've been thinking about some of the similarities between Frisian history and Scottish history in that they both faced larger powers who sought to conquer them (Holland and .. show full overview
2017x44
A Tribute to the Dutch Republic
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The speech (available with English and Dutch subtitles), is from the Dutch film "Admiraal" about the life of Michiel De Ruyter which I obviously do not own. It's a brilliant film which I .. show full overview
2017x45
Some Points about the French Flag - Historical Discussion
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So I recently made a video about the Dutch flag and why it has changed and in it I mentioned some things about a certain other flag as well so I thought why not make a dedicated video to .. show full overview
2017x47
The Rise and Fall of Cardinal Wolsey
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The Rise and Fall of Henry VIII's minister, Cardinal Thomas Wolsey. Music Used: Nowhere Land - Kevin MacLeod Clear Air - Kevin MacLeod Suonatore Di Liuto - Kevin MacLeod Laid .. show full overview
2017x50
Let's Learn Some Basic Dutch
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Learn some basic Dutch words and phrases to greet and introduce yourself as well as numbers and useless slightly historical trivia on the side. How to tell apart Dutch, Frisian and .. show full overview
2017x52
What was The Great Trek?
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In this video I explore the Great Trek undertaken by South African Boers in the 1840's, hope you enjoy! This video is also available in .. show full overview
2017x51
The Results of the Viking Question
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A few weeks ago I made a video in which I put the question of how I should refer to *insert Dark Ages Scandinavian Sea-Faring Culture here* and in this video I'm going to go over the .. show full overview
2017x53
Languages of the British Isles
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Think English is the only language from the British Isles? Think again! In this one I look at each of the languages of Britain individually. Country and Language Music: Scotland .. show full overview
2017x54
The United Kingdom, British Isles, Great Britain - The Difference
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What's the difference between the United Kingdom, Great Britain, and all those other "Britishy" words and what's the history behind it all. Music Used: Acoustic Breeze - .. show full overview
2017x55
A Response To Alternate History Hub's "What if the American Slavery Never Existed?"
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My video response to Alternate History Hub's video about what the world would look like if the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade had never existed. Alternate History Hub's .. show full overview
2017x56
The Netherlands, Holland and The Low Countries - The Difference
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So what is the difference, if any, between The Netherlands, Holland and The Low Countries? Find out in this video! Music Used: Acoustic Breeze - .. show full overview
2017x57
The History of Australia
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The entire history of Australia from the earliest humans until somewhere after World War II where I lost interest. Raid the Merch .. show full overview
2017x58
Why is North Korea a Communist Country?
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We all know that the Korean peninsula is home to two countries, one an impoverished hive of scum and villainy and South Korea. But how and why did the North become communist in the first .. show full overview
2017x59
The Other Boer War - The First Boer War of 1880 - 1881
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Everyone always thinks the "Boer War" is just the second one, but how many of you knew about the First Boer War of 1880 - 1881 when the Boers gave the British Empire a hiding in the .. show full overview
2017x82
The History Behind and Meaning of The South African Flag
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Why is the South African flag what it is, what came before, and what's the significance behind it all? Why not check out the history of South Africa video by my friend over at .. show full overview
2017x60
The Frisians in Beowulf - Analysing The Battle of Finnsburh
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Finally a video about the Frisians of old! One of our only sources for the early Frisians is the Finnsburh episode written about in both Beowulf and the aptly named Finnsburh Fragment. .. show full overview
2017x61
What is a Guru?
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The term "guru" is used a lot these days, but what does it actually mean and refer to? Music Used: Sneaky Snitch - Kevin MacLeod Himalayan Atmosphere - Kevin MacLeod Mystery Bazaar .. show full overview
2017x62
The History and Meaning Behind the Liberian Flag
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So what is the history and meaning behind the flag of the West African country of Liberia? Music Used: Sneaky Snitch - Kevin MacLeod Mystery - .. show full overview
2017x63
The United Nations and the League of Nations - Different or the Same?
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I made a boo in my latest video but mistakes are often great excuses for making videos. Music Used: Sneaky Snitch - Kevin MacLeod Acoustic Breeze - .. show full overview
2017x64
A Guide to Dark Ages Irish Politics
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A quick guide to Dark Ages Irish Politics and History. I've been having some issues with editing software and the like so this video is a bit more rustic. More on this soon. Thanks for .. show full overview
2017x65
How to Pronounce Dutch Place Names
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A quick guide on how to pronounce some of the most well-known Dutch place names. Music Used: Sneaky Snitch - Kevin MacLeod Impact Allegratto - Kevin MacLeod Acoustic Breeze - .. show full overview
2017x66
What was the Flag of the Confederates?
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The flag that is so often called the Flag of the Confederacy never was an official state flag, of those there were many! Find out the history and symbolism behind the Confederate Battle .. show full overview
2017x67
A Guide to Dark Age British Politics
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A beginner's guide to the politics of Dark Age Britain, from the southern Celts to the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms and the Pictish north. Raid the Merch .. show full overview
2017x68
Largest Ever Frisian Treasure Hoard Discovered in Schleswig-Holstein
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4 days ago, on the 25th September, archaeologists on the North Frisian, German island of Sylt in Schleswig Holstein confirmed that they had uncovered the largest Viking Age silver hoard .. show full overview
2017x70
My Favourite Frisian Band: Baldr's Draumar - Fan Fryslân's Ferline, Frisian History and Mythology
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It would be great if you could show your support for Frisian by checking out some of Baldrs Draumar's songs below. Dankewol! http://www.baldrsdraumar.com/#webshop Baldr's Draumar .. show full overview
2017x69
The History of Catalonia
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Interested in why many Catalans consider themselves apart from wider Spanish society and want an independent state? Perhaps finding out about their history is key. Music Used: Sneaky .. show full overview
2017x71
The History and Meaning Behind Catalonia's Flag(s)
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With all the colourful demonstrations in Catalonia in recent weeks, one might stop and wonder what the various flags mean and why there are so many. Music Used: Music Used: Sneaky .. show full overview
2017x76
The History and Meaning Behind the French Flag
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Music Used: Sneaky Snitch – Kevin MacLeod Cambodian Odyssey - Kevin MacLeod Impact Allegratto - Kevin MacLeod To the Ends - Kevin MacLeod Sneaky Snitch - Kevin MacLeod .. show full overview
2017x72
What was the Mid Tudor Crisis - And Was it Really a Crisis?
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What was the Mid Tudor Crisis of 1547 to 1558, and was it really so much of a crisis? Music Used: Sneaky Snitch - Kevin MacLeod Clean Air - Kevin MacLeod Acoustic Breeze - .. show full overview
2017x73
Kent Used to be The Most Important Part of England - The History of Anglo-Saxon Kent
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The Anglo-Saxon Kingdom of Kent was perhaps the most powerful and influential kingdom of the early Anglo-Saxon Heptarchy despite its seemingly insignificant size. In this video I explore .. show full overview
2017x74
The Russian Revolution of 1917
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Two days ago it was exactly 100 years since the November (or October) Revolution in Russia, the success of which directly led to the establishment of the world's first socialist .. show full overview
2017x75
What is this Symbol? - The History of the Frisian Pompeblêd
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Ever seen this symbol and wondered what it was? In this video I explore the history and meaning behind the Frisian pompeblêd and where they can be found throughout the ages. .. show full overview
2017x77
Vikings Season 5 - Historical Predictions: Great Heathen Army, Warrior Bishops, Iceland
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Season 5 of Vikings is upon us - but historically speaking; what can we expect? I'll be analysing what can be seen in the trailer and while I don't know where the producers of the show .. show full overview
2017x81
Explaining the Many Names of Germany/Deutschland/Allemagne etc.
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Germany, Deutschland, Allemagne, Niemcy, Saksa; why does Germany have so many names in different languages? Find out! Music Used: Music Used: Heroes - CO.AG .. show full overview
2017x79
Why Zwarte Piet is NOT Racist (in my humble opinion)
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It's that time of year again, pepernoten all around, carrots in clogs, coming together to sing Sinterklaasliedjes and various hitpieces from international newspapers targeting Zwarte .. show full overview
2017x78
Dutch "Christmas" Tradition - Sinterklaas and Zwarte Piet
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Last night, throughout much of the Netherlands, children unwrapped presents brought to them by Sinterklaas (Saint Nicholas) and his assistants Zwarte Piet (Black Peter) - but aren't they .. show full overview
2017x80
How did the Vikings Discover Iceland?
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Iceland's connections to Scandinavia are thanks to its settlement by Norsemen, mostly from Norway - but how did they get there in the first place, after all, it's not exactly the corner. .. show full overview
2017x83
What did Spain do in World War II?
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The Second World War touched every country in Europe, from the nucleus of the storm in Nazi Germany to the frigid tundras of the Soviet Union to the rural communities nestled in the .. show full overview
2017x84
Irish/Gaelic Monks in Iceland, The Faroe Islands and the Scottish Isles
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We all know the Norse Vikings discovered Iceland in the middle of the 9th century, but how many of you knew that they were not the first to set foot on earth's 18th largest island? Irish .. show full overview
2017x85
Why is Belgium so Divided?
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Belgium's history of linguistic division is as old as the country itself, the northern half being Dutch or Flemish speaking while the southern half is French or Walloon speaking. And we .. show full overview
2017x86
Had Queen Elizabeth I Consolidated her Power Before 1571?
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In this video I'm going to analyse the position of Elizabeth the First of England by 1571, 13 years after her reign began and discuss whether or not she had consolidated her power or .. show full overview
2017x87
The History of Peaky Blinders - Communists, IRA, 1920's Gangs, The Italian Mafia and More!
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The Peaky Blinders is a BBC Historical Drama series semi-based on a gang of the same name active on Birmingham's racecourses and streets in the late 1890's, although the Shelby brothers .. show full overview
2017x88
How did the Vikings Discover Greenland?
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Greenland is the largest island on earth not to be counted as a continent in its own right and like many islands in the North Atlantic it was discovered and colonised by Norsemen. After .. show full overview
2017x89
The Pagan Roots of Christmas
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It’s Christmastime everyone, as you can tell from the name, it has a lot to do with Christ and Christianity, after all, Jesus was born on the 25th of December, right? Well, not quite. .. show full overview
2017x90
Why were the Dutch at War with the Scilly Isles from 1651 to 1985?
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The Germans have their 30 Years War, The Dutch have their 80 Years War and the English and French hated each other so much they even duked it out for the Hundred Year War (although it .. show full overview