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Rise of the Nazis, Series 2, Episode 2, Stalingrad
directed by Julian Jones, fl. 2005; produced by Woody Ledeboer, fl. 2013, 72 Films, in Rise of the Nazis, Series 2, Episode 2 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2021), 51 mins
At the peak of his powers, Hitler tries to deceive the Russian leader with a plan to invade Britain, while secretly preparing an attack on the Soviet Union. But Stalin has a spy in Hitler’s HQ. With Germany facing defeat on the Eastern Front, resistance builds as he pushes Germany to untold destruction. This is...
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directed by Julian Jones, fl. 2005; produced by Woody Ledeboer, fl. 2013, 72 Films, in Rise of the Nazis, Series 2, Episode 2 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2021), 51 mins
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At the peak of his powers, Hitler tries to deceive the Russian leader with a plan to invade Britain, while secretly preparing an attack on the Soviet Union. But Stalin has a spy in Hitler’s HQ. With Germany facing defeat on the Eastern Front, resistance builds as he pushes Germany to untold destruction. This is the story of why dictatorships fail, and of the hubris that nearly destroyed freedom, but ultimately destroyed itself.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Woody Ledeboer, fl. 2013, 72 Films, Kate Fleetwood, 1972-
Author / Creator
Julian Jones, fl. 2005
Date Published / Released
2021
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Rise of the Nazis
Speaker / Narrator
Kate Fleetwood, 1972-
Person Discussed
Adolf Hitler, 1889-1945
Topic / Theme
World War II, 1939-1945, Russians, Germans, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Rise of the Nazis, Series 2, Episode 3, The Home Front
directed by Julian Jones, fl. 2005; produced by Woody Ledeboer, fl. 2013, 72 Films, in Rise of the Nazis, Series 2, Episode 3 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2021), 51 mins
At the peak of his powers, Hitler tries to deceive the Russian leader with a plan to invade Britain, while secretly preparing an attack on the Soviet Union. But Stalin has a spy in Hitler’s HQ. With Germany facing defeat on the Eastern Front, resistance builds as he pushes Germany to untold destruction. This is...
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directed by Julian Jones, fl. 2005; produced by Woody Ledeboer, fl. 2013, 72 Films, in Rise of the Nazis, Series 2, Episode 3 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2021), 51 mins
Description
At the peak of his powers, Hitler tries to deceive the Russian leader with a plan to invade Britain, while secretly preparing an attack on the Soviet Union. But Stalin has a spy in Hitler’s HQ. With Germany facing defeat on the Eastern Front, resistance builds as he pushes Germany to untold destruction. This is the story of why dictatorships fail, and of the hubris that nearly destroyed freedom, but ultimately destroyed itself.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Woody Ledeboer, fl. 2013, 72 Films, Kate Fleetwood, 1972-
Author / Creator
Julian Jones, fl. 2005
Date Published / Released
2021
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Rise of the Nazis
Speaker / Narrator
Kate Fleetwood, 1972-
Person Discussed
Heinrich Himmler, 1900-1945, Joseph Goebbels, 1897-1945, Adolf Hitler, 1889-1945
Topic / Theme
World War II, 1939-1945, Germans, 20th Century in World History (1914--2000)
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Rome: Part One: From Village to Late Republic: 753 BC to 121 BC
produced by Phil Sheppard, Phil Sheppard Productions (Mona Vale, New South Wales: Phil Sheppard Productions, 2010), 51 mins
Rome began as a small settlement on the banks of the Tiber River. From the time of Romulus, it grew into a strong kingdom and, eventually, a powerful republic conquering the Italian peninsula. Later, Rome laid claim to most of the lands surrounding the Mediterranean. It was constantly in a state of war and develop...
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produced by Phil Sheppard, Phil Sheppard Productions (Mona Vale, New South Wales: Phil Sheppard Productions, 2010), 51 mins
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Rome began as a small settlement on the banks of the Tiber River. From the time of Romulus, it grew into a strong kingdom and, eventually, a powerful republic conquering the Italian peninsula. Later, Rome laid claim to most of the lands surrounding the Mediterranean. It was constantly in a state of war and developed a powerful army, but its very existence was threatened during the Punic Wars against Carthage. The Romans were great architects and...
Rome began as a small settlement on the banks of the Tiber River. From the time of Romulus, it grew into a strong kingdom and, eventually, a powerful republic conquering the Italian peninsula. Later, Rome laid claim to most of the lands surrounding the Mediterranean. It was constantly in a state of war and developed a powerful army, but its very existence was threatened during the Punic Wars against Carthage. The Romans were great architects and builders, constructing magnificent temples to their Gods. Romans found many ways to amuse themselves, with gladiatorial combats and chariot races the most popular events. However, despite great conquests and achievements, there was a need for social reform, initiated by the Gracchus brothers. However, these reforms precipitated social unrest and the great civil conflicts that would embroil Rome.
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Phil Sheppard, Phil Sheppard Productions, Jake Downs
Date Published / Released
2010
Publisher
Phil Sheppard Productions
Speaker / Narrator
Jake Downs
Person Discussed
Scipio Aemilianus, 185 BC-129 BC, Scipio Africanus, 236 BC-183 BC, Hannibal, 247 BC-182 BC
Topic / Theme
Cavalry, Government models, Empire, Ancient civilizations, Second Punic War, 218 BCE-201 BCE, Imperialism and Colonialism, Political and Social Movements, War and Violence, World History, Classical Period (1000 BCE–500 CE)
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Rome: Part Two: From the Late Republic to the Fall of the Roman Empire: 121 BC to 476 AD
produced by Phil Sheppard, Phil Sheppard Productions (Mona Vale, New South Wales: Phil Sheppard Productions, 2010), 59 mins
From 121BC onwards, the political fortunes of Rome were dominated by powerful leaders. Marius - the military reformer, Sulla - the dictator, Cicero - the lawyer, orator and consul, and Julius Caesar who appointed himself dictator in 45BC. When the Roman fleet destroyed the Egyptians at the Battle of Actium, August...
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produced by Phil Sheppard, Phil Sheppard Productions (Mona Vale, New South Wales: Phil Sheppard Productions, 2010), 59 mins
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From 121BC onwards, the political fortunes of Rome were dominated by powerful leaders. Marius - the military reformer, Sulla - the dictator, Cicero - the lawyer, orator and consul, and Julius Caesar who appointed himself dictator in 45BC. When the Roman fleet destroyed the Egyptians at the Battle of Actium, Augustus became the first Roman Emperor. The rule of the Julio-Claudia emperors, notably Caligula and Nero, were a disgrace. During the perio...
From 121BC onwards, the political fortunes of Rome were dominated by powerful leaders. Marius - the military reformer, Sulla - the dictator, Cicero - the lawyer, orator and consul, and Julius Caesar who appointed himself dictator in 45BC. When the Roman fleet destroyed the Egyptians at the Battle of Actium, Augustus became the first Roman Emperor. The rule of the Julio-Claudia emperors, notably Caligula and Nero, were a disgrace. During the period of the Five Good Emperors - Nerva, Trajan, Hadrian, Antoninus Pius and Marcus Aurelius, the Roman Empire was at its greatest. Eventually, Vandals, Goths, Bergundians and Alani invaded and the Empire finally fell in 476AD.
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Phil Sheppard, Phil Sheppard Productions, Jake Downs
Date Published / Released
2010
Publisher
Phil Sheppard Productions
Speaker / Narrator
Jake Downs
Person Discussed
Attila, the Hun, 0406-0453, Hadrian, Emperor of Rome, 0076-0138, Trajan, Emperor of Rome, 0053-0117, Augustus, Emperor of Rome, 27 BC-0014, Marcus Aurelius, Emperor of Rome, 0121-0180, Caligula, Emperor of Rome, 0012-0041, Nero, Emperor of Rome, 0037-0068, Julius Caesar, 100 BC-44 BC, Marcus Tullius Cicero, 106 BC-43 BC
Topic / Theme
War, Battles, Ancient civilizations, Empire, Government models, Mt. Vesuvius Eruption, Great Fire of Rome, July 19, 64, Julius Caesar, Assassination, Rome, 44 BCE, Imperialism and Colonialism, Political and Social Movements, War and Violence, World History, Classical Period (1000 BCE–500 CE)
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Royal History's Myths and Secrets, The Reformation
in Royal History's Myths and Secrets (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2020), 1 hour
Lucy Worsley investigates the lies told about six of Europe's Royal dynasties.Welcome to a past that's blood-soaked and fiendish, where treachery plays out in beautiful palaces and on nightmarish battlefields. This isn't the polished version of royal history we're used to. Travelling across Europe in search of the...
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in Royal History's Myths and Secrets (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2020), 1 hour
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Lucy Worsley investigates the lies told about six of Europe's Royal dynasties.Welcome to a past that's blood-soaked and fiendish, where treachery plays out in beautiful palaces and on nightmarish battlefields. This isn't the polished version of royal history we're used to. Travelling across Europe in search of the truth, Lucy discovers the real - and far from regal - stories of Henry VIII's Reformation, Marie Antoinette's execution, the Russian R...
Lucy Worsley investigates the lies told about six of Europe's Royal dynasties.Welcome to a past that's blood-soaked and fiendish, where treachery plays out in beautiful palaces and on nightmarish battlefields. This isn't the polished version of royal history we're used to. Travelling across Europe in search of the truth, Lucy discovers the real - and far from regal - stories of Henry VIII's Reformation, Marie Antoinette's execution, the Russian Revolution, and more. This is history reinvigorated, where myths are gleefully smashed and lies are laid to rest.
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Date Published / Released
2020
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Royal History's Myths and Secrets
Speaker / Narrator
Lucy Worsley, 1973-
Person Discussed
Lucy Worsley, 1973-
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Royal History's Myths and Secrets, Season 1 Episode 1, Elizabeth I: The Warrior Queen
in Royal History's Myths and Secrets, Season 1 Episode 1 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2020), 1 hour 1 mins
Lucy Worsley investigates the lies told about six of Europe's Royal dynasties. Welcome to a past that's blood-soaked and fiendish, where treachery plays out in beautiful palaces and on nightmarish battlefields. This isn't the polished version of royal history we're used to. Travelling across Europe in search of th...
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in Royal History's Myths and Secrets, Season 1 Episode 1 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2020), 1 hour 1 mins
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Lucy Worsley investigates the lies told about six of Europe's Royal dynasties. Welcome to a past that's blood-soaked and fiendish, where treachery plays out in beautiful palaces and on nightmarish battlefields. This isn't the polished version of royal history we're used to. Travelling across Europe in search of the truth, Lucy discovers the real - and far from regal - stories of Henry VIII's Reformation, Marie Antoinette's execution, the Russian...
Lucy Worsley investigates the lies told about six of Europe's Royal dynasties. Welcome to a past that's blood-soaked and fiendish, where treachery plays out in beautiful palaces and on nightmarish battlefields. This isn't the polished version of royal history we're used to. Travelling across Europe in search of the truth, Lucy discovers the real - and far from regal - stories of Henry VIII's Reformation, Marie Antoinette's execution, the Russian Revolution, and more. This is history reinvigorated, where myths are gleefully smashed and lies are laid to rest.
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Lucy Worsley, 1973-
Date Published / Released
2020
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Royal History's Myths and Secrets
Speaker / Narrator
Lucy Worsley, 1973-
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Royal History's Myths and Secrets, Season 1 Episode 3, Marie Antoinette: The Doomed Queen
in Royal History's Myths and Secrets, Season 1 Episode 3 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2000), 1 hour 5 mins
Lucy Worsley investigates the lies told about six of Europe's Royal dynasties. Welcome to a past that's blood-soaked and fiendish, where treachery plays out in beautiful palaces and on nightmarish battlefields. This isn't the polished version of royal history we're used to. Travelling across Europe in search of th...
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in Royal History's Myths and Secrets, Season 1 Episode 3 (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2000), 1 hour 5 mins
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Lucy Worsley investigates the lies told about six of Europe's Royal dynasties. Welcome to a past that's blood-soaked and fiendish, where treachery plays out in beautiful palaces and on nightmarish battlefields. This isn't the polished version of royal history we're used to. Travelling across Europe in search of the truth, Lucy discovers the real - and far from regal - stories of Henry VIII's Reformation, Marie Antoinette's execution, the Russian...
Lucy Worsley investigates the lies told about six of Europe's Royal dynasties. Welcome to a past that's blood-soaked and fiendish, where treachery plays out in beautiful palaces and on nightmarish battlefields. This isn't the polished version of royal history we're used to. Travelling across Europe in search of the truth, Lucy discovers the real - and far from regal - stories of Henry VIII's Reformation, Marie Antoinette's execution, the Russian Revolution, and more. This is history reinvigorated, where myths are gleefully smashed and lies are laid to rest.
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Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Date Published / Released
2000
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Series
Royal History's Myths and Secrets
Person Discussed
Marie Antoinette, Queen of France, 1755-1793
Topic / Theme
French Revolution, 1789-1799, War and Violence, Imperialism and Colonialism, French, Industrialization and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914), Early Modern Period (1450–1750)
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The Safe House: Hotel Rwanda
produced by Liao Liang, fl. 2013, Pang Xinhua and Roopa Gogineni, fl. 2014, Africa24 Media (Nairobi, Nairobi Area District: Africa24 Media, 2014), 29 mins
The character that the movie “Hotel Rwanda” was based on, Rusesabagina saved hundreds of ethnic Tutsi’s during Rwanda’s civil war, when an estimated 2 million were killed. He has stayed an outspoken opponent of tribalism in that country.
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produced by Liao Liang, fl. 2013, Pang Xinhua and Roopa Gogineni, fl. 2014, Africa24 Media (Nairobi, Nairobi Area District: Africa24 Media, 2014), 29 mins
Description
The character that the movie “Hotel Rwanda” was based on, Rusesabagina saved hundreds of ethnic Tutsi’s during Rwanda’s civil war, when an estimated 2 million were killed. He has stayed an outspoken opponent of tribalism in that country.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Liao Liang, fl. 2013, Pang Xinhua, Roopa Gogineni, fl. 2014, Africa24 Media, Mῦmbi Kaigwa
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
Africa24 Media
Speaker / Narrator
Mῦmbi Kaigwa
Person Discussed
Paul Rusesabagina, 1953-
Topic / Theme
Ethnic relations, Ethnic groups, Rwandan Civil War and Genocide, April 7–July 15, 1994, War and Violence, Tutsi, Hutu
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Scotland: Rome's Final Frontier
directed by Andy Twaddle, fl. 2009; produced by British Broadcasting Corporation (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2012), 59 mins
Were the ancient Scottish tribes too much for the Roman Empire? Or was Scotland simply not worth conquering? Archaeologist Dr Fraser Hunter looks back on three centuries of contact and conflict with the Roman invaders. The first Tay Bridge, the first depiction of tartan and forgotten Roman camps that once held thi...
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directed by Andy Twaddle, fl. 2009; produced by British Broadcasting Corporation (London, England: BBC Worldwide, 2012), 59 mins
Description
Were the ancient Scottish tribes too much for the Roman Empire? Or was Scotland simply not worth conquering? Archaeologist Dr Fraser Hunter looks back on three centuries of contact and conflict with the Roman invaders. The first Tay Bridge, the first depiction of tartan and forgotten Roman camps that once held thirty-five thousand men. A story of a superpower pitted against tribesmen and warlords, and one with fascinating modern parallels.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
British Broadcasting Corporation
Author / Creator
Andy Twaddle, fl. 2009
Date Published / Released
2012
Publisher
BBC Worldwide
Speaker / Narrator
Fraser Hunter, fl. 1991
Person Discussed
Fraser Hunter, fl. 1991
Topic / Theme
Ancient civilizations, War, Empire, Military campaigns, Invasions, Scottish people, Tribal and national groups, Imperialism and Colonialism, War and Violence, Africans, Classical Period (1000 BCE–500 CE)
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Copyright © 2012 BBC Worldwide
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Secrets of the Dead, Season 14, Episode 2, The Real Trojan Horse
directed by Tom Fowlie, fl. 2015; produced by Susannah Ward, fl. 2004-2014, Margi Kerns, fl. 2000 and Tom Fowlie, fl. 2015, Blink Films, in Secrets of the Dead, Season 14, Episode 2 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2015), 55 mins
The tale of the Trojan Horse is one of the most captivating stories in Greek mythology. Since the 19th-century discovery of the site of Troy, historians have searched for evidence of a real Trojan War, and the truth behind this famous myth. Archaeological evidence is mounting that suggests a Trojan War did indeed...
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directed by Tom Fowlie, fl. 2015; produced by Susannah Ward, fl. 2004-2014, Margi Kerns, fl. 2000 and Tom Fowlie, fl. 2015, Blink Films, in Secrets of the Dead, Season 14, Episode 2 (Arlington, VA: Public Broadcasting Service, 2015), 55 mins
Description
The tale of the Trojan Horse is one of the most captivating stories in Greek mythology. Since the 19th-century discovery of the site of Troy, historians have searched for evidence of a real Trojan War, and the truth behind this famous myth. Archaeological evidence is mounting that suggests a Trojan War did indeed happen. Scientists investigate the real possibility that a Trojan Horse could have been used to trick Troy into defeat.
Field of Study
World History
Content Type
Documentary
Contributor
Susannah Ward, fl. 2004-2014, Margi Kerns, fl. 2000, Tom Fowlie, fl. 2015, Blink Films, Jay O. Sanders, 1953-
Author / Creator
Tom Fowlie, fl. 2015
Date Published / Released
2015
Publisher
Public Broadcasting Service
Series
Secrets of the Dead
Speaker / Narrator
Jay O. Sanders, 1953-
Topic / Theme
Epic literature, Scientific research, Archaeological excavation methods, War, Myths and legends, Military tactics, Trojan War (12th or 11th century BCE), War and Violence, Greeks
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Copyright © 2015 by Public Broadcasting Service
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