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The industrial revolution brought better quality clothing, china, and mechanical devices on a much wider basis. However, it also brought with it a list of problems such as poor sanitation and a lack of labor laws. Scholars from the University of Warwick and UCLA share their knowledge about the Industrial Revolution in this enlightening video.
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Publisher description: Castles, cathedrals, nobility, knights in shining armor, witches, dungeons, gothic splendor and almost constant war. This video tells the fascinating story of this thousand years of history from approximately 500 A.D. to 1400 A.D. The Middle Ages were filled with grand as well as miserable episodes, just like any other period of history. Scholars from Yale University and UCLA share their insights into leaders like Charlemagne,...
9) Space facts
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This DVD looks at 23 of the most important events from the more than 40 years of space exploration.
10) The reformation
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Presents issues arising during "The Reformation," which was a period of great religious change and upheaval throughout the western world.
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It is called by many names: The Great War, The War To End All Wars, World War I. The conflict that engulfed the world between 1914 and 1918 left an indelible mark on the 20th century and shaped the world in which we live today. In this informative program, you will learn about the tumultuous events that led to World War I, the nations that were drawn into the conflict, the Russian Revolution and the rise of Communism, how the submarine and airplane...
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In this episode, Zimmo shares the fun and interesting facts about emergency vehicles. Tour a fire station and see where firefighters eat, live and sleep. Learn about the gear used and how a fire truck works. Learn about fire safety and the importance of an emergency plan. Visit a dispatch center and see what happens when a person calls 911 for help.
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Series exams how politics and honor have co-existed to strengthen our government. Over time and across years, changes in the spirit and practice of government offices have moved from development and cohesion to enlightenment and understanding. The preservation of balances has long been pursued in the course of evolving offices.