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Emperor Diocletian
Episode 1782
In the middle of the Third Century, things were looking really bad for the Roman Empire.
This period was marked by civil war, economic collapse, for…
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Comets
Episode 1777
For thousands of years, people have looked into the night sky and seen something unusual.
It was fuzzy, sometimes bright, and it wasn’t there before.…
1 year, 3 months ago
Aircraft Carriers (Encore)
Episode 1776
Aircraft carriers are some of the most fearsome weapons in the world. They are enormous platforms that can travel around the globe, projecting power …
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1775: The Start of the American Revolution
Episode 1775
If you were to ask most people what year they associate with the American Revolution, it would be 1776. That was the year that the Continental Congre…
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The Norman Conquest
Episode 1774
On October 14, 1066, England changed forever.
Forces from Normandy, France, defeated the English King and changed life in England forever.
It affec…
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Alcatraz
Episode 1773
Located in the middle of San Francisco Bay is one of the Bay Area’s most iconic landmarks: Alcatraz. It is one of the most popular tourist attraction…
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The RMS Titanic
Episode 1772
On April 15, 1912, one of the greatest disasters in modern nautical history took place.
The RMS Titanic, one of the most celebrated ships of its era…
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Miyamoto Musashi (Encore)
Episode 1771
In the early 17th century, Japan was witness to a samurai who was arguably its greatest warrior ever.
He wasn’t just one of the greatest swordsmen i…
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The Ancient Greek Olympics
Episode 1770
Almost 3000 years ago, the Ancient Greeks established what was a unique method of honoring their gods: an athletic competition.
Men from city states…
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Dubrovnik
Episode 1769
Located on the Adriatic Sea in the southernmost part of Croatia is the city of Dubrovnik.
Founded in the 7th century, it rose in prominence and beca…
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