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The Culper Spy Ring
With the Patriots at risk of defeat by the British during the American Revolution, Continental Army Commander George Washington relied on the Culper Spy Ring for timely and accurate information about the enemy's intentions.
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Marquis de Lafayette and the American Revolution
Marquis de Lafayette played a key role in the American Revolution. Born in France to a noble family, Lafayette strongly supported the American colonists’ desire to gain independence from Britain, one of his own country’s enemies. So,...
Mr. Beat
The George Washington Song
By day, Matt Beat is a high school history teacher. By night, the multi-instrumentalist writes and records songs about dead Presidents. Actual dead Presidents. Not the rap duo. He is recording them chronologically, and these are the...
Wonderscape
The Battle of Bunker Hill: Fact vs. Fiction
New ReviewThis video uncovers the surprising truth behind the famous Battle of Bunker Hill, explaining how most of the fighting took place on Breed’s Hill. It explores the errors made by both American and British forces, and why this American loss...
Reading Through History
History Brief: The Second Continental Congress and the Olive Branch Petition
In this video, Second Continental Congress meets and George Washington is selected to lead the Continental Army. For teaching resources to accompany this video series, click here: http://amzn.to/2rwik9g *** Like our Facebook page:...
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Opposition leader cheered as president hands power to army
1. Mid of opposition leader Andry Rajoelina, leaving palace that was seized by soldiers 2. Mid of opposition supporters on street 3. Rajoelina walking acknowledging supporters 4. Armed soldiers standing nearby 5. Tracking shot of...
Cerebellum
The Declaration Of Independence - Continental Congress 1774
The Declaration of Independence, written in 1776, is critical for American citizens to understand their importance in defining their freedoms and the foundation of democracy. This video looks at the path Americans took to Independence...
Wonderscape
George Washington's Revolutionary Leadership
Explore George Washington's pivotal role in the American Revolution, from his political activism to his appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army. Witness his initial challenges, strategic victories, and the ultimate...
All In One Social Media
Military Appreciation Month - May 2018 #MMM
Military Appreciation Month // National Military Appreciation Month started as a simple idea; to gather America around its military family to honor, remember, recognize and appreciate those who serve and have served all while knowing its...
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Wins and Struggles of a Female Soldier in the American Revolution
Deborah Sampson, one of the earliest women to enlist in the Continental Army, disguised herself as a man to serve during the American Revolution. Despite being discovered once and facing rejection from her church, she re-enlisted and...
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The Ten Crucial Days that Changed the American Revolutionary War
Did you know that little over a year into the American Revolutionary War, the US army had been reduced to just 3,000 men? But over ten crucial days, all of that changed thanks to one man: George Washington.
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James Lafayette: Revolutionary Spy
Born enslaved, James Lafayette became one of the most important Patriot spies of the American Revolution, helping to gather vital information on the British Army. His work helped the United States secure independence.
Reading Through History
History Brief: The First Continental Congress
For teaching resources covering this event: http://www.amazon.com/The-American-Revolution-Reading-Through/dp/1492215481/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1411278856&sr=8-1&keywords=reading+through+history+the+american+revolution Visit us at:...
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BRUSSELS: NATO - ARMIES MUST RESPOND MORE QUICKLY
Natural Sound NATO General Secretary George Robertson has warned that European armies need to be shaken up to respond more quickly to continental flashpoints. His comments come at a two-day meeting of defence ministers from the 19 NATO...
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Pakistan - Swat valley / Summary of Bombings and Attacks
Pakistan - Militants attack terminal holding supplies for US, NATO troops in Afghanistan Peshawar, 3 April 2009 Night shots 1. Wide exterior of Port World Logistics Terminal, fire raging inside 2. Firemen trying to control the fire Day...
George Washington's Mount Vernon
A DAY With BRITISH Revolutionary War Reenactors
Every year, Mount Vernon hosts the continental army and the army of his Majesty King George III for a weekend. This year, our digital storyteller spent the weekend in the British encampment, joining them for a thrilling skirmish, and...
Reading Through History
American Revolution: Battle of Bunker Hill
For teaching resources covering this content, check out our workbook: http://tinyurl.com/knldvdy Visit Our Website: http://readingthroughhistory.com/ This is the second American Revolution lesson in my 8th Grade US history class. In this...
Reading Through History
Baron Von Steuben's March: Marches of the American Revolution
This song is from the American Revolution. It is known as Baron Steuben's March. Friedrich Wilhelm August Heinrich Ferdinand Steuben, also referred to as the Baron von Steuben, was a Prussian and American military officer. He served as...
One Minute History
018 Alexander Hamilton - One Minute History
January 11th, 1755 - Alexander Hamilton is born in the West Indies. His employers pay for his education at King’s College, now Columbia University. After writing his first political paper, he joins the Continental Army and becomes an...
One Minute History
Tadeusz Kościuszko - Heroes of the American Revolution - One Minute History
Tadeusz Kościuszko leaves his native Poland to join the American Revolution. An accomplished military architect, he serves as a Colonel in the Continental Army under Major General Horatio Gates. When General John Burgoyne and his...
One Minute History
112 Tadeusz Kościuszko - One Minute History
Tadeusz Kościuszko leaves his native Poland to join the American Revolution. An accomplished military architect, he serves as a Colonel in the Continental Army under Major General Horatio Gates. When General John Burgoyne and his...
George Washington's Mount Vernon
The Leadership Style of George Washington
Bestselling author Nathaniel Philbrick discusses his exciting new book, In The Hurricane's Eye. In this video he talks about George Washington's leadership, and the unique qualities that led him to successfully lead the continental army...
Clarendon Learning
Who is George Washington? | George Washington for Kids | Learn about the first president of the U.S.
Who is George Washington? What did George Washington do? Did George Washington cut down a cherry tree? In this video we learn all about George Washington for kids. George Washington was the very first president of the United States and...
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Peter Harris
The American Revolution was a war that involved many different people and forced Native Americans to choose sides. This is the story of Continental Army hero, Peter Harris.