Browse Titles - 11 results
Armada: The Untold Story, Part 1, Day 1
directed by Robin Dashwood, 1972-; produced by Robin Dashwood, 1972-, British Broadcasting Corporation, in Armada: The Untold Story, Part 1 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2015), 52 mins
Day 1 is part of the fascinating BBC history series Armada: The Untold Story which looks at how this famous battle changed European history forever.
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directed by Robin Dashwood, 1972-; produced by Robin Dashwood, 1972-, British Broadcasting Corporation, in Armada: The Untold Story, Part 1 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2015), 52 mins
Description
Day 1 is part of the fascinating BBC history series Armada: The Untold Story which looks at how this famous battle changed European history forever.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary, Performance
Contributor
Robin Dashwood, 1972-, British Broadcasting Corporation, Trish Bertram, fl. 2015
Author / Creator
Robin Dashwood, 1972-
Date Published / Released
2015
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Armada: The Untold Story
Speaker / Narrator
Trish Bertram, fl. 2015
Person Discussed
Philip II, King of Spain, 1527-1598, Elizabeth I, Queen of England, 1533-1603
Topic / Theme
History, Religion, Monarchs, Spanish, English
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2015 BBC Worldwide
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Biography, Emperor Hirohito
in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1963), 26 mins
This documentary examines the early days of Hirohito's reign through his role in Japan's miraculous post-war resurgence.
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in Biography (New York, NY: A&E Television Networks, 1963), 26 mins
Description
This documentary examines the early days of Hirohito's reign through his role in Japan's miraculous post-war resurgence.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Mike Wallace, 1918-2012
Date Published / Released
1963
Publisher
A&E Television Networks
Series
Biography
Speaker / Narrator
Mike Wallace, 1918-2012
Person Discussed
Hirohito, Emperor of Japan, 1901-1989
Topic / Theme
Heads of state, Imperialism, Monarchs, Postwar reconstruction, Royalty (Social class), War, Social customs, World War II, 1939-1945, Imperialism and Colonialism, War and Violence, World History, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2011. Used by permission of A&E Television.
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DK Timelines, 18, People of World War II: Michinomiya Hirohito
produced by ClickView and Northern Ireland Screen, in DK Timelines, 18 (Belfast, Northern Ireland: Makematic, 2023), 3 mins
This is a timeline of the remarkable life of Michinomiya Hirohito, Japan's longest-serving Emperor. Born into privilege, and thrust into power aged just 25, his decision to surrender in 1945 marked the end of World War II.
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produced by ClickView and Northern Ireland Screen, in DK Timelines, 18 (Belfast, Northern Ireland: Makematic, 2023), 3 mins
Description
This is a timeline of the remarkable life of Michinomiya Hirohito, Japan's longest-serving Emperor. Born into privilege, and thrust into power aged just 25, his decision to surrender in 1945 marked the end of World War II.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Instructional material
Contributor
ClickView, Northern Ireland Screen
Date Published / Released
2023
Publisher
Makematic
Series
DK Timelines
Person Discussed
Hirohito, Emperor of Japan, 1901-1989
Topic / Theme
Monarchs, History curriculums, Political violence, War, Atomic Bombing, Nagasaki, Japan, August 9, 1945, Atomic Bombing, Hiroshima, Japan, August 6, 1945, Bombing of Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941, World War II, 1939-1945
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2023 Makematic
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DK Timelines, China's Golden Age
produced by Makematic and Northern Ireland Screen, in DK Timelines (Belfast, Northern Ireland: Makematic, 2022), 4 mins
This is a timeline of the history of China’s Golden Age from 618 to 1279. The Tang and Song dynasties were periods of significant economic and cultural progress that lasted for more than 600 years and together are considered as China's Golden Age.
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produced by Makematic and Northern Ireland Screen, in DK Timelines (Belfast, Northern Ireland: Makematic, 2022), 4 mins
Description
This is a timeline of the history of China’s Golden Age from 618 to 1279. The Tang and Song dynasties were periods of significant economic and cultural progress that lasted for more than 600 years and together are considered as China's Golden Age.
Field of Study
Asian Studies
Content Type
Instructional material
Contributor
Makematic, Northern Ireland Screen
Date Published / Released
2022
Publisher
Makematic
Series
DK Timelines
Topic / Theme
Monarchs, Post-Classical Period (500–1450)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2023 Makematic
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Napoleon, Episode 1
directed by David Barrie, 1964-; presented by Andrew Roberts, 1963-; produced by David Barrie, 1964- and Anna Dangoor, fl. 2005, Back2Back Productions, in Napoleon (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2014), 52 mins
2015 marks 200 years since the Battle of Waterloo. This major, three-part series, sheds new light on Napoleon as an extraordinarily gifted military commander and a mesmeric leader whose private life - contrary to popular belief 200 years later - was littered with disappointments and betrayals: not least in relatio...
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directed by David Barrie, 1964-; presented by Andrew Roberts, 1963-; produced by David Barrie, 1964- and Anna Dangoor, fl. 2005, Back2Back Productions, in Napoleon (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2014), 52 mins
Description
2015 marks 200 years since the Battle of Waterloo. This major, three-part series, sheds new light on Napoleon as an extraordinarily gifted military commander and a mesmeric leader whose private life - contrary to popular belief 200 years later - was littered with disappointments and betrayals: not least in relation to Josephine. Using recently uncovered historical evidence and based upon almost a decade of research, this series provides a compreh...
2015 marks 200 years since the Battle of Waterloo. This major, three-part series, sheds new light on Napoleon as an extraordinarily gifted military commander and a mesmeric leader whose private life - contrary to popular belief 200 years later - was littered with disappointments and betrayals: not least in relation to Josephine. Using recently uncovered historical evidence and based upon almost a decade of research, this series provides a comprehensive portrait of Napoleon and the achievements of the benevolent dictator. Traveling through the history and geography of Europe, the story of this controversial figure is brought vividly to life and confounds many popularly held assumptions of the man. A presenter-led version with Andrew Roberts is also available.
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
David Barrie, 1964-, Anna Dangoor, fl. 2005, Back2Back Productions, Martin Muncaster, 1934-
Author / Creator
David Barrie, 1964-, Andrew Roberts, 1963-
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Napoleon
Speaker / Narrator
Martin Muncaster, 1934-
Person Discussed
Napoléon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821
Topic / Theme
Battles, Military officers, Military victories, Monarchs, War and Violence, Imperialism and Colonialism, French, Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2014 BBC Worldwide
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Napoleon, Episode 2
directed by David Barrie, 1964-; produced by David Barrie, 1964- and Anna Dangoor, fl. 2005, Back2Back Productions, in Napoleon (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2014), 53 mins
2015 marks 200 years since the Battle of Waterloo. This major, three-part series, sheds new light on Napoleon as an extraordinarily gifted military commander and a mesmeric leader whose private life - contrary to popular belief 200 years later - was littered with disappointments and betrayals: not least in relatio...
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directed by David Barrie, 1964-; produced by David Barrie, 1964- and Anna Dangoor, fl. 2005, Back2Back Productions, in Napoleon (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2014), 53 mins
Description
2015 marks 200 years since the Battle of Waterloo. This major, three-part series, sheds new light on Napoleon as an extraordinarily gifted military commander and a mesmeric leader whose private life - contrary to popular belief 200 years later - was littered with disappointments and betrayals: not least in relation to Josephine. Using recently uncovered historical evidence and based upon almost a decade of research, this series provides a compreh...
2015 marks 200 years since the Battle of Waterloo. This major, three-part series, sheds new light on Napoleon as an extraordinarily gifted military commander and a mesmeric leader whose private life - contrary to popular belief 200 years later - was littered with disappointments and betrayals: not least in relation to Josephine. Using recently uncovered historical evidence and based upon almost a decade of research, this series provides a comprehensive portrait of Napoleon and the achievements of the benevolent dictator. Traveling through the history and geography of Europe, the story of this controversial figure is brought vividly to life and confounds many popularly held assumptions of the man. A presenter-led version with Andrew Roberts is also available.
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
David Barrie, 1964-, Anna Dangoor, fl. 2005, Back2Back Productions, Martin Muncaster, 1934-
Author / Creator
David Barrie, 1964-
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Napoleon
Speaker / Narrator
Martin Muncaster, 1934-
Person Discussed
Napoléon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821
Topic / Theme
Battles, Military victories, Military officers, Monarchs, Battle of Waterloo, June 18, 1815, War and Violence, Imperialism and Colonialism, Russians, French, Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2014 BBC Worldwide
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Napoleon, Episode 3
directed by David Barrie, 1964-; produced by David Barrie, 1964- and Anna Dangoor, fl. 2005, Back2Back Productions, in Napoleon (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2014), 53 mins
2015 marks 200 years since the Battle of Waterloo. This major, three-part series, sheds new light on Napoleon as an extraordinarily gifted military commander and a mesmeric leader whose private life - contrary to popular belief 200 years later - was littered with disappointments and betrayals: not least in relatio...
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directed by David Barrie, 1964-; produced by David Barrie, 1964- and Anna Dangoor, fl. 2005, Back2Back Productions, in Napoleon (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2014), 53 mins
Description
2015 marks 200 years since the Battle of Waterloo. This major, three-part series, sheds new light on Napoleon as an extraordinarily gifted military commander and a mesmeric leader whose private life - contrary to popular belief 200 years later - was littered with disappointments and betrayals: not least in relation to Josephine. Using recently uncovered historical evidence and based upon almost a decade of research, this series provides a compreh...
2015 marks 200 years since the Battle of Waterloo. This major, three-part series, sheds new light on Napoleon as an extraordinarily gifted military commander and a mesmeric leader whose private life - contrary to popular belief 200 years later - was littered with disappointments and betrayals: not least in relation to Josephine. Using recently uncovered historical evidence and based upon almost a decade of research, this series provides a comprehensive portrait of Napoleon and the achievements of the benevolent dictator. Traveling through the history and geography of Europe, the story of this controversial figure is brought vividly to life and confounds many popularly held assumptions of the man. A presenter-led version with Andrew Roberts is also available.
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Show less
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
David Barrie, 1964-, Anna Dangoor, fl. 2005, Back2Back Productions, Martin Muncaster, 1934-
Author / Creator
David Barrie, 1964-
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Napoleon
Speaker / Narrator
Martin Muncaster, 1934-
Person Discussed
Napoléon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821
Topic / Theme
Battles, Military victories, Military officers, Monarchs, War and Violence, Imperialism and Colonialism, French, Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2014 BBC Worldwide
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The Plantagenets, Episode 1, The Devil's Brood
directed by Jamie Simpson; presented by Robert Bartlett, 1950-; produced by Jamie Simpson, British Broadcasting Corporation, in The Plantagenets, Episode 1 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2014), 53 mins
Professor Robert Bartlett tells the extraordinary story of England's most dysfunctional, yet longest-ruling, royal dynasty. Henry II forges a mighty empire encompassing England and much of France. His sons, Richard the Lionheart and John, then turn on their father and each other, bringing the dynasty to the edge o...
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directed by Jamie Simpson; presented by Robert Bartlett, 1950-; produced by Jamie Simpson, British Broadcasting Corporation, in The Plantagenets, Episode 1 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2014), 53 mins
Description
Professor Robert Bartlett tells the extraordinary story of England's most dysfunctional, yet longest-ruling, royal dynasty. Henry II forges a mighty empire encompassing England and much of France. His sons, Richard the Lionheart and John, then turn on their father and each other, bringing the dynasty to the edge of annihilation.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Jamie Simpson, British Broadcasting Corporation, Robert Bartlett, 1950-
Author / Creator
Jamie Simpson, Robert Bartlett, 1950-
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
The Plantagenets
Speaker / Narrator
Robert Bartlett, 1950-
Person Discussed
John, King of England, 1166-1216, Richard I, King of England, 1157-1199, Eleanor of Aquitaine, Queen consort of England, 1122-1204, Henry II, King of England, 1133-1189, Geoffrey Plantagenet, Count of Anjou, 1113-1151
Topic / Theme
Empire, Monarchs, Battles, War and Violence, English, Post-Classical Period (500–1450)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2014 BBC Worldwide
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The Plantagenets, Episode 2, An English Empire
directed by David Vincent, fl. 2004; presented by Robert Bartlett, 1950-; produced by David Vincent, fl. 2004 and Jamie Simpson, British Broadcasting Corporation, in The Plantagenets, Episode 2 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2014), 53 mins
Professor Robert Bartlett continues the remarkable story of the Plantagenets. England's longest-reigning royal dynasty fights to expand their power across the British Isles and win back their lands in France. In this golden age of chivalry, a clear sense of English nationhood emerges and parliament is born.
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directed by David Vincent, fl. 2004; presented by Robert Bartlett, 1950-; produced by David Vincent, fl. 2004 and Jamie Simpson, British Broadcasting Corporation, in The Plantagenets, Episode 2 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2014), 53 mins
Description
Professor Robert Bartlett continues the remarkable story of the Plantagenets. England's longest-reigning royal dynasty fights to expand their power across the British Isles and win back their lands in France. In this golden age of chivalry, a clear sense of English nationhood emerges and parliament is born.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
David Vincent, fl. 2004, Jamie Simpson, British Broadcasting Corporation, Robert Bartlett, 1950-
Author / Creator
David Vincent, fl. 2004, Robert Bartlett, 1950-
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
The Plantagenets
Speaker / Narrator
Robert Bartlett, 1950-
Person Discussed
Edward I, King of England, 1239-1307, Henry III, King of France, 1551-1589, Edward, the Black Prince, 1300-1376, Edward III, King of England, 1312-1377, Edward II, King of England, 1284-1327, Sir William Wallace, 1270-1305, Simon de Montfort, 1208-1265
Topic / Theme
Empire, Monarchs, Battles, Imperialism and Colonialism, English, Scots, French, Post-Classical Period (500–1450)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2014 BBC Worldwide
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The Plantagenets, Episode 3, The Death of Kings
directed by Rosie Schellenberg, fl. 1999-2005; presented by Robert Bartlett, 1950-; produced by Jamie Simpson and Rosie Schellenberg, fl. 1999-2005, British Broadcasting Corporation, in The Plantagenets, Episode 3 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2014), 53 mins
Professor Robert Bartlett charts the downfall of the Plantagenet dynasty. In the last century of their rule, four Plantagenet kings are violently deposed and murdered by members of their own family. It is the bloodiest episode in the entire history of the English monarchy. As the Plantagenets turn in on themselves...
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directed by Rosie Schellenberg, fl. 1999-2005; presented by Robert Bartlett, 1950-; produced by Jamie Simpson and Rosie Schellenberg, fl. 1999-2005, British Broadcasting Corporation, in The Plantagenets, Episode 3 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2014), 53 mins
Description
Professor Robert Bartlett charts the downfall of the Plantagenet dynasty. In the last century of their rule, four Plantagenet kings are violently deposed and murdered by members of their own family. It is the bloodiest episode in the entire history of the English monarchy. As the Plantagenets turn in on themselves, England is dragged into decades of brutal civil war.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Jamie Simpson, Rosie Schellenberg, fl. 1999-2005, British Broadcasting Corporation
Author / Creator
Rosie Schellenberg, fl. 1999-2005, Robert Bartlett, 1950-
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
The Plantagenets
Person Discussed
Richard III, King of England, 1452-1485, King Edward Smith, 1929-, Henry VII, 1457-1509, King Henry VI, Henry V, King of England, 1386-1422, Henry IV, King of England, 1367-1413, Richard II, King of England, 1367-1400
Topic / Theme
Monarchs, Empire, Battles, Death, Imperialism and Colonialism, English, French, Post-Classical Period (500–1450)
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2014 BBC Worldwide
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