Whether it's people, places or events which fuel "the news," the fabric of our lives is impacted by world events. This collection features stories from ancient to modern times.
While America occupied Japan, after the end of World War II, The Philippines became an independent country.
Even though pirates were ruthless, many decisions on their ships were made by the entire crew.
Before European countries (like Britain and France) turned against pirates and privateers, they had encouraged them (because piracy harmed Spain).
Before Leni Riefenstahl was a director and film maker, she was an actress who starred in several movies.
Before the 7.0 earthquake struck Haiti on the 12th of January, 2010, the USGS recorded four months of seismic activity in the Central America region.
On the 4th of November, 1979, Iranian students stormed the U.
After many long years of war, and the deaths of many people, Richard Nixon announces a Peace Accord to end the Vietnam War
When Martin Luther accuses the Catholic Church of ninety-five abuses—on October 31, 1517—his actions start a societal revolution, not just a relig...
During a late-in-life interview, Botha expresses his views regarding Mandela and his rule of South Africa.
Victoria and Albert find privacy on the Isle of Wight, but tragedy strikes when Albert dies at age 42. For years, the Queen stays out of the limelight...
This clip features Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2.
WARNING: THIS VIDEO CONTAINS HISTORICAL FOOTAGE AND RECREATED EVENTS WHICH MAY BE VERY DIFFICULT FOR SOME VIEWERS, ESPECIALLY CHILDREN. ...
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