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10 Days That Unexpectedly Changed America, 10, Shays' Rebellion
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10 Days That Unexpectedly Changed America, 10, Shays' Rebellion

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An armed uprising shortly after the American Revolutionary War sparks the drafting of the Constitution of the United States of America
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10 Days That Unexpectedly Changed America, 10, Shays' Rebellion

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An armed uprising shortly after the American Revolutionary War sparks the drafting of the Constitution of the United States of America
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Hector Elizondo, 1936-
Date Published / Released
2006
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
10 Days That Unexpectedly Changed America
Speaker / Narrator
Hector Elizondo, 1936-
Person Discussed
Samuel Adams, 1722-1803
Topic / Theme
Debt, Rebellions, United States. Constitution Signed, Philadelphia, PA, September 17, 1787, Shays's Rebellion, 1787, American History, Revolutionary Era (1765–1789), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 2, Episode 1, Presidential Assassinations
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10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 2, Episode 1, Presidential Assassinations

directed by Stuart Chait, 1980-; presented by Henry Rollins, 1961-; produced by Asylum Entertainment, in 10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 2, Episode 1 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2013), 44 mins

In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a m...

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10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 2, Episode 1, Presidential Assassinations

directed by Stuart Chait, 1980-; presented by Henry Rollins, 1961-; produced by Asylum Entertainment, in 10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 2, Episode 1 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2013), 44 mins
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In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a mission to discover the info every casual history fan needs to know.

Four American Presidents have lost their lives to some of the most...

In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a mission to discover the info every casual history fan needs to know.

Four American Presidents have lost their lives to some of the most notorious madmen in all of history. But Henry Rollins is discovering that there are some strange and wild tales of assassination that you just don't know about. Whether it's failed attempts and medical oddities, or brain-busting conspiracies and savage gun battles, Henry has his crosshairs trained on the most shocking facts surrounding presidential assassins.

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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Asylum Entertainment
Author / Creator
Stuart Chait, 1980-, Henry Rollins, 1961-
Date Published / Released
2013
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
10 Things You Don't Know About
Person Discussed
Abraham Lincoln, 1809-1865, James A. Garfield, 1831-1881, Robert Todd Lincoln, 1843-1926, Andrew Jackson, 1767-1845
Topic / Theme
Conspiracies, Assassination plots and attempts, Assassinations, Presidents, Ronald Reagan, Assassination Attempt by John Hinckley, March 30, 1981, James Garfield Shot, July 2, 1881, Abraham Lincoln, Assassination, Washington, DC, April 14, 1865, War and Violence, Political and Social Movements, Late 20th Century (1975–2000), Civil War (1860–1865), The Gilded Age & Progressive Era (1876–1913)... Conspiracies, Assassination plots and attempts, Assassinations, Presidents, Ronald Reagan, Assassination Attempt by John Hinckley, March 30, 1981, James Garfield Shot, July 2, 1881, Abraham Lincoln, Assassination, Washington, DC, April 14, 1865, War and Violence, Political and Social Movements, Late 20th Century (1975–2000), Civil War (1860–1865), The Gilded Age & Progressive Era (1876–1913), The Sixties (1960–1974) Show more Show less
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10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 2, Episode 3, The Founding Fathers
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10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 2, Episode 3, The Founding Fathers

directed by Stuart Chait, 1980-; presented by Henry Rollins, 1961-; produced by Henry Rollins, 1961-, Asylum Entertainment, in 10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 2, Episode 3 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2013), 44 mins
In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a m...
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10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 2, Episode 3, The Founding Fathers

directed by Stuart Chait, 1980-; presented by Henry Rollins, 1961-; produced by Henry Rollins, 1961-, Asylum Entertainment, in 10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 2, Episode 3 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2013), 44 mins
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In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a mission to discover the info every casual history fan needs to know. You can find images of the Founding Fathers pretty much anywhere--m... In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a mission to discover the info every casual history fan needs to know. You can find images of the Founding Fathers pretty much anywhere--monuments, paintings, even your money. But Henry Rollins is about to take your preconceived notions of these titans and turn them on their ear. Show more Show less
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Henry Rollins, 1961-, Asylum Entertainment
Author / Creator
Stuart Chait, 1980-, Henry Rollins, 1961-
Date Published / Released
2013
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
10 Things You Don't Know About
Person Discussed
Thomas Jefferson, 1743-1826, Benjamin Franklin, 1706-1790, Alexander Hamilton, 1757-1804, George Washington, 1732-1799
Topic / Theme
Revolutions, Political rivalries, Personal finances, Presidents, Politicians, Political and Social Movements, Revolutionary Era (1765–1789), Early National Era (1790–1828), Iroquois, Oneida, Americans
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10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 3, Episode 1, The Flag
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10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 3, Episode 1, The Flag

directed by Dominique Anders, fl. 2003-2017; presented by Henry Rollins, 1961-; produced by Mary Courtney, fl. 2004-2016, Asylum Entertainment, in 10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 3, Episode 1 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2014), 43 mins

In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a m...

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10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 3, Episode 1, The Flag

directed by Dominique Anders, fl. 2003-2017; presented by Henry Rollins, 1961-; produced by Mary Courtney, fl. 2004-2016, Asylum Entertainment, in 10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 3, Episode 1 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2014), 43 mins
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In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a mission to discover the info every casual history fan needs to know.

The American Flag is one of the most familiar symbols in the world....

In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a mission to discover the info every casual history fan needs to know.

The American Flag is one of the most familiar symbols in the world. Many have sung the National Anthem, pledged allegiance, and waved it proudly ... but Henry knows the Stars and Stripes has more stories than you've heard.

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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Mary Courtney, fl. 2004-2016, Asylum Entertainment
Author / Creator
Dominique Anders, fl. 2003-2017, Henry Rollins, 1961-
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
10 Things You Don't Know About
Person Discussed
Francis Hopkinson, 1737-1791, Betsy Ross, 1752-1836
Topic / Theme
Political symbols, Flags, Patriotism, First Battle of Manassas, VA, July 21, 1861, Political and Social Movements, Revolutionary Era (1765–1789), Early National Era (1790–1828), Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
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10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 3, Episode 7, Marijuana
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10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 3, Episode 7, Marijuana

presented by Henry Rollins, 1961-; produced by Mary Courtney, fl. 2004-2016, Asylum Entertainment, in 10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 3, Episode 7 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2014), 43 mins

In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a m...

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10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 3, Episode 7, Marijuana

presented by Henry Rollins, 1961-; produced by Mary Courtney, fl. 2004-2016, Asylum Entertainment, in 10 Things You Don't Know About, Season 3, Episode 7 (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 2014), 43 mins
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In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a mission to discover the info every casual history fan needs to know.

No matter what you call it--cannabis, weed, pot, ganja, bud, herb,...

In "10 Things You Don't Know About", punk rock icon Henry Rollins uncovers crazy twists and tidbits behind the historical tales, figures, and places you only thought you knew. Whether he's analyzing centuries-old documents at the National Archives or exploring the inside of a dead gangster's speakeasy, he's on a mission to discover the info every casual history fan needs to know.

No matter what you call it--cannabis, weed, pot, ganja, bud, herb, or marijuana--this controversial plant's roots run deep in America.

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Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Mary Courtney, fl. 2004-2016, Asylum Entertainment
Author / Creator
Henry Rollins, 1961-
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
10 Things You Don't Know About
Topic / Theme
Laws and legislation, Agriculture, Marijuana, Early 21st Century United States (2001– )
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9/11: Truth, Lies and Conspiracies
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9/11: Truth, Lies and Conspiracies

directed by Nick London, fl. 1999; produced by Nick London, fl. 1999, Blakeway (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2016), 51 mins
Ever since the attacks on America in September 2001, conspiracy theories – some credible, others less so – have persisted about what actually took place. Fifteen years after 9/11, this documentary takes a look at some of the theories surrounding the attacks and investigates whether information is still being h...
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9/11: Truth, Lies and Conspiracies

directed by Nick London, fl. 1999; produced by Nick London, fl. 1999, Blakeway (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2016), 51 mins
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Ever since the attacks on America in September 2001, conspiracy theories – some credible, others less so – have persisted about what actually took place. Fifteen years after 9/11, this documentary takes a look at some of the theories surrounding the attacks and investigates whether information is still being held back. The film presents a range of views from families who say they haven’t been told the full story by the US administration to... Ever since the attacks on America in September 2001, conspiracy theories – some credible, others less so – have persisted about what actually took place. Fifteen years after 9/11, this documentary takes a look at some of the theories surrounding the attacks and investigates whether information is still being held back. The film presents a range of views from families who say they haven’t been told the full story by the US administration to insiders who say how they believe the attacks could have been prevented. Show more Show less
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Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Nick London, fl. 1999, Blakeway, Tara Fitzgerald, 1967-
Author / Creator
Nick London, fl. 1999
Date Published / Released
2016
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Speaker / Narrator
Tara Fitzgerald, 1967-
Topic / Theme
September 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001, War and Violence
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1940 Census of Housing
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1940 Census of Housing

produced by United States. Bureau of the Census (District of Columbia: United Nations. Department of Global Communications, 1940), 11 mins
Explains to enumerators how answers to certain questions should be recorded. Consists mostly of dramatizations of enumerators obtaining information and filling out schedules. Includes views of various kinds of habitation to be included in or excluded from the census.
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1940 Census of Housing

produced by United States. Bureau of the Census (District of Columbia: United Nations. Department of Global Communications, 1940), 11 mins
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Explains to enumerators how answers to certain questions should be recorded. Consists mostly of dramatizations of enumerators obtaining information and filling out schedules. Includes views of various kinds of habitation to be included in or excluded from the census.
Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
United States. Bureau of the Census
Date Published / Released
1940
Publisher
United Nations. Department of Global Communications
Topic / Theme
Demographic statistics, Housing, Census, Political and Social Movements, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), Americans, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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1940 Census of Population
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1940 Census of Population

produced by United States. Bureau of the Census (District of Columbia: United Nations. Department of Global Communications, 1940), 10 mins
Instructs enumerators how to secure and record relevant census information, particularly regarding employment. Shows, in dramatizations, how certain facts are elicited and recorded. Includes scenes illustrating various kinds of living quarters and employment.
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1940 Census of Population

produced by United States. Bureau of the Census (District of Columbia: United Nations. Department of Global Communications, 1940), 10 mins
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Instructs enumerators how to secure and record relevant census information, particularly regarding employment. Shows, in dramatizations, how certain facts are elicited and recorded. Includes scenes illustrating various kinds of living quarters and employment.
Date Written / Recorded
1940
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
United States. Bureau of the Census
Date Published / Released
1940
Publisher
United Nations. Department of Global Communications
Topic / Theme
Employment, Demographic statistics, Census, Political and Social Movements, Depression & World War II (1929–1945), Americans, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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The 1955 Eruption of Kilauea Volcano, Hawaii
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The 1955 Eruption of Kilauea Volcano, Hawaii

(District of Columbia: United States. Department of Agriculture, 1955), 13 mins
This film documents the 1955 eruption of Kilauea from the first opening of fissures in the ground, through the appearance of lava, the formation of cone and flows, the display of lava fountains, and the pillows of rising steam as one lava river reached the sea and set the ocean boiling. It also discusses the diffe...
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The 1955 Eruption of Kilauea Volcano, Hawaii

(District of Columbia: United States. Department of Agriculture, 1955), 13 mins
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This film documents the 1955 eruption of Kilauea from the first opening of fissures in the ground, through the appearance of lava, the formation of cone and flows, the display of lava fountains, and the pillows of rising steam as one lava river reached the sea and set the ocean boiling. It also discusses the difference between Pahoehoe and A'a lava flows.
Date Written / Recorded
1955
Field of Study
American History
Content Type
Documentary
Date Published / Released
1955
Publisher
United States. Department of Agriculture
Topic / Theme
Geologic phenomena, Volcanoes, Volcanic eruptions, Climate and the Environment, Post-war Era (1945–1960), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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20th Century with Mike Wallace, 20th Century With Mike Wallace: Crisis In Iran. Death of the Shah and the Hostage Crisis
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20th Century with Mike Wallace, 20th Century With Mike Wallace: Crisis In Iran. Death of the Shah and the Hostage Crisis

in 20th Century with Mike Wallace (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1998), 46 mins
This documentary, published by A&E Television Networks, is about the revolution that led to the fall of the Shah of Iran and the Iranian hostage crises.
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20th Century with Mike Wallace, 20th Century With Mike Wallace: Crisis In Iran. Death of the Shah and the Hostage Crisis

in 20th Century with Mike Wallace (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1998), 46 mins
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This documentary, published by A&E Television Networks, is about the revolution that led to the fall of the Shah of Iran and the Iranian hostage crises.
Field of Study
Politics & Current Affairs
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Mike Wallace, 1918-2012
Date Published / Released
1998
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
20th Century with Mike Wallace
Speaker / Narrator
Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, Shah of Iran, 1919-1980, Mike Wallace, 1918-2012
Person Discussed
Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, Shah of Iran, 1919-1980, Jimmy Carter, 1924-, Ruhollah Mussavi Khomeini, 1902-1989, Ronald Reagan, 1911-2004
Topic / Theme
Government models, International relations, Islam, Political corruption, Iranian Revolution, 1978-1979, American History, Late 20th Century (1975–2000), 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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