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The St. Valentine's Day Massacre Explained (feat. Sami Jarroush)
Why did the St. Valentine's Day Massacre happen? What were it's effects? Celebrate it by exploring one the bloodiest day in American gangster history. Happy Valentine's Day!
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The Road to Tokyo Exhibit: The National WW2 Museum
After visiting New Orleans and the National WW2 Museum I had to make a video about the "Road to Tokyo" exhibit. Visit the museum online for information about scheduling your class or family trip!
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The Pullman Strike of 1894 Explained: US History Review
Join me as we take a look at a pivot strike in US History, the Pullman Strike of 1894. Perfect for inquisitive learners, students of the social studies and the cray cray on the internets.
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The Paxton Boys: The Conestoga Massacre Explained
An overview of one of the most horrific massacres in colonial history as settlers of SE Pennsylvania go on a rampage. Watch as Benjamin Franklin saves the day but not before violence takes it course. A sneak peek into some of the anger...
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The Palmer Raids Explained: US History Review
Dive deep into the Red Scare to explore the 1919/1920 Palmer Raids where we take a look at the conditions which led up them, the actual raids themselves and the effects on the nation. Perfect for students seeking a way out, life long...
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The Little Rock Nine Explained: US History Review
You're NOT a Dummy if you click this video and watch. A perfect overview for students! Get to know a critical event on the civil rights era timeline as HipHughes takes you through the Little Rock Nine crisis. Beginning with the Civil...
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The Lavender Scare Explained
Most Americans know the Red Scare of the 1950s but most don't know about the Lavender Scare which resulted in thousands of gays and lesbians being dismissed from the Federal Workforce. Join me for a super fast explanation of its roots...
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The Know Nothings Explained
An explainer on the short lived xenophobic and nativist political party, The Know Nothing Party a;so known as the American Party.
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The Hobby Lobby Supreme Court Decision Explained
A breakdown of the Supreme Court ruling, Burwell vs Hobby Lobby, taking a look at the issues of Constitutionality, Obamacare, religious liberty, corporate personhood as well as the majority and dissent opinions. I had to put on my Johnny...
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The Hatch Act Explained
Did James Comey violate the Hatch Act? What is the Hatch Act?
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The Gettysburg Address Explained (Feat. John Renn) US History Review
An overview of one of the most historic speeches in US History with a deep dive from John Renn, a Social Studies teacher from Portland Middle School.
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The Erie Canal Explained: US History Review
Take a quick trip down the Erie Canal of Explaining as we look at how this revolutionary transportation system changed the course of United States History. Join me as we lay down the tracks of learning by covering the basics on the...
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The Emolument Clause Explained
Are we headed for a Constitutional crisis? A look at the Emolument Clause, also known as the Nobility Clause of the US Constitution. Not only will we look at the text of the US Constitution but the foundations of the clause, examples in...
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The Election of 1876 Explained
If you think the election of 2000 was cray cray you ain't seen nothing. A video lecture explaining the election of 1876. Check out all of the elections here • Presidential Elec...
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The Election 0f 1904 Explained
A short summary of the electoral matchup of Teddy Roosevelt and Alton Parker. Watch them all! • Presidential Elec...
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The Dust Bowl Explained: US History Review
What caused the Dust Bowl during the Great Depression. What was the Dust Bowl and what were the effects of the Dust Bowl. Yup, it's a Social Studies lecture designed to win you points and keep you awake. As much as the Dust Bowl allows...
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The Decision to Drop the Atomic Bomb on Hiroshima and Nagasaki
The decision to drop the Atomic bomb in Japan to end WWII are controversial to this day. Explore the decision that Harry Truman had to make and then make up your own mind.
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The Death Penalty: Yea or Nay?
A short history of the death penalty in the United States with an emphasis on judicial interpretations. We also look at some of the issues that relate it its use. Comments & discussion are encouraged.
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The Cuban Missile Crisis Explained
Let HipHughes accompany you through the basics of the Cuban Missile Crisis. Why did the Soviets put them there, what options did JFK consider, how close to nuclear annihilation did we really come?
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The Boston Massacre Explained: US History Review
A summary of the Boston Massacre starting with 1768 Townshend Acts and ending on March 5th, 1770. A major cause of the American Revolution, every citizen should know the basics.
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The Bill Clinton Impeachment Explained: US History Review
HipHughes rides the line between history and creepy as he explains the reasons for the Clinton Impeachment and acquittal.
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The Alabama Human Life Protection Act: Challenging Roe v Wade
With Alabama directly challenging the historic abortion rights case Roe v Wade, making it illegal with doctors facing 90 years in jail, I thought a video was in order. What does the Alabama bill say and how if at all will it affect...
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The 1984 Election Explained
The essential elements of the Election of 1984 for President of the United States wrapped up in a perfect ten minute gift. Ye only have to press the button. Designed for AP Government students, Political Science students in their first...
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The 1948 Election Explained
A fun filled political science summary of the 1948 Presidential Election between Harry Truman, Thomas E. Dewey, Strom Thurmond and Henry Wallace.