April 19, 1775. The first shots of the American Revolution echoed across Lexington Green—but the story didn’t end there.

In this cinematic episode of Historical USA, historian Lisa Weakland uncovers the powerful, emotional, and often overlooked moment known as Parker’s Revenge—when Captain John Parker, dying of tuberculosis, led the men of Lexington in a daring ambush that turned grief into resolve and reshaped the day.

🎬 What you’ll discover:

• Who Captain John Parker really was

• What happened on Lexington Green at dawn

• How the British retreat collapsed into chaos

• Why the ambush is called Parker’s Revenge

• What archaeology has revealed about the site

• How memory and myth shaped the legacy of April 19th

This is more than a battle. It’s a story of honor, heartbreak, and the moment ordinary people became revolutionaries.

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0:00 Intro

01:39 Captain Parker

02:31 Lexington Green

05:29 Parker's Revenge

07:30 Aftermath

08:09 Modern Discovery

08:43 Outro

Close your eyes and picture classic Christmas imagery: the glow of lights, the sound of jingling bells, and Santa Claus holding a bottle of Coca-Cola. This video revisits these enduring images, exploring how they were shaped by "Christmas commercials" and "advertisements" over the years. We take a look at "vintage TV" segments featuring a "Coca-Cola commercial" and other "old commercials," offering a journey back to the "nostalgia" of holidays past.
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0:00 Intro

0:43 The Birth of Commercial Christmas

1:53 Coca-Cola and the Modern Santa

2:49 Postwar Prosperity and Television

4:31 Holiday Icons Born from Advertising

5:33 The Modern Commercial Christmas

7:40 Closing

Every December, the White House comes alive with festive spirit, and this video explores how presidents and first ladies have celebrated Christmas, reflecting both their families and the spirit of America. We take a look at the traditions of "decorating for Christmas" and the evolution of "Christmas decorations" at the iconic residence, highlighting moments from "American history," like the first White House Christmas tree in 1889. This "education" journey through past celebrations in "Washington, DC," reminds us of the enduring joy of the "happy holidays" season.My Book List on my Amazon Storefront https://amzn.to/3UfY7Au Support the Historical USA! http://patreon.com/user?u=86673647 Get 10% off History by Mail https://www.historybymail.com/HISTORICALUSA10 Coupon Code: HISTORICALUSA10 Get 10% off Classical Learner https://books.classicallearner.com/partner/14/ Coupon Code: historicalusa Please follow me on social media Linktree: https://linktr.ee/historicalusa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historical_usa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historicalusa Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/177BJC99tHgv0CPMLjRZYg Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/historical_usa.Chapters0:00 Intro 01:20 The Early Years02:44 Christmas Eve Fire 03:32 First Ladies 05:43 Modern Christmas 07:23 Tech Christmas 08:21 Conclusion

🔔 This video explores the enduring spirit of the "US military" as we journey through "military history," discovering how "traditions" of Christmas were kept alive during times of conflict. We highlight poignant "military stories" that showcase the resilience of those in "military life," from foxholes to distant bases. 👍 Witness how hope and the holiday spirit prevailed for American soldiers and their families across centuries.🔔 Subscribe for more historical deep dives and participatory lessons👍 Like, comment, and share to spread the holiday spirit📚 Watch next: https://youtu.be/NEWVIDEOLINKMy Book List on my Amazon Storefront https://amzn.to/3UfY7Au Support the Historical USA! http://patreon.com/user?u=86673647 Get 10% off History by Mail https://www.historybymail.com/HISTORICALUSA10 Coupon Code: HISTORICALUSA10 Get 10% off Classical Learner https://books.classicallearner.com/partner/14/ Coupon Code: historicalusa Please follow me on social media Linktree: https://linktr.ee/historicalusa Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/historical_usa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/historicalusa Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/177BJC99tHgv0CPMLjRZYg Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/historical_usa.

This video explores how christmas in america evolved into a unique mosaic of global influences. We trace the fascinating cultural insights that reveal how diverse immigration introduced new customs and beliefs, profoundly shaping the christmas traditions celebrated today. Discover the story of how Dutch, German, Irish, and Mexican elements fused to create a festive American holiday unlike any other.🔔 Subscribe for more historical deep dives and participatory lessons👍 Like, comment, and share to spread the holiday spiritMy Book List on my Amazon Storefront https://amzn.to/3UfY7AuSupport the Historical USA!http://patreon.com/user?u=86673647Get 10% off History by Mailhttps://www.historybymail.com/HISTORICALUSA10Coupon Code: HISTORICALUSA10Get 10% off Classical Learnerhttps://books.classicallearner.com/partner/14/ Coupon Code: historicalusaPlease follow me on social mediaLinktree: https://linktr.ee/historicalusaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/historical_usaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/historicalusa Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/177BJC99tHgv0CPMLjRZYgTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/historical_usa

Imagine a holiday so powerful it could unite a fractured nation, yet so humble it began as just a simple day of fasting and prayer. This video explores the forgotten and surprising history of Thanksgiving, from its humble beginnings to its revival by the determined Sarah Josepha Hale during the Civil War. We dive into the Thanksgiving origins and how this important American history holiday evolved, was nearly lost, and ultimately became a unifying tradition in the United States.

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- Students studying early American history

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0:00 Intro

01:16 Recap

04:46 National Proclamations

06:32 Jefferson, Separation of Church and State

08:06 Regional Traditions

09:09 The Mother of Thanksgiving

11:14 Lincoln Proclamation

In Part Two of our Thanksgiving series, “The Pilgrims’ Journey,” we dive deeper into the trials, faith, and resilience of the English settlers who crossed the Atlantic aboard the Mayflower. Discover how the Pilgrims faced brutal conditions, forged alliances, and laid the spiritual and cultural foundations for what would become the first Thanksgiving.🌊 What you’ll uncover in this episode:- The Mayflower’s perilous voyage and arrival in Plymouth- The Pilgrims’ daily struggles and survival tactics- The role of faith and community in shaping their journey- The historical roots of Thanksgiving and its enduring legacy🎥 Perfect for:- History buffs and educators- Students studying early American history- Viewers seeking faith-based inspiration from real events🔔 Subscribe for more episodes exploring the untold stories of America’s founding. Like, comment, and share to support historical storytelling!#PilgrimsJourney #Mayflower #ThanksgivingHistory #AmericanHistory #FaithAndResilience #HistoricalDocumentary #LibertyUniversity #HistoricalUSAA list of all the books used for research for this episode.My Book List on my Amazon Storefront https://amzn.to/3UfY7AuSupport the Historical USA!http://patreon.com/user?u=86673647Classical Learnerhttps://books.classicallearner.com/partner/14/ Coupon Code: historicalusaPlease follow me on social mediaLinktree: https://linktr.ee/historicalusaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/historical_usaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/historicalusa Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/177BJC99tHgv0CPMLjRZYgTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/historical_usa0:00 Intro 02:30 Persecution05:19 Leiden 08:04 Set Sail for the New World 17:44 Plymouth19:28 the Mayflower Compact 20:45 That First Winter 22:00 First Contact 23:14 Allies 24:20 The First Thanksgiving

Long before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock, Indigenous nations had built thriving civilizations, vast trade networks, and complex political alliances. This episode of Historical USA explores the world the Mayflower settlers stepped into:

• 🌽 Daily life of the Wampanoag and other Native nations

• 🛶 Trade networks stretching across North America

• ⚔️ Conflicts and alliances between tribes

• 🚢 Early contact and trade with Europeans

• ☠️ The devastating epidemic known as The Great Dying (1616–1619)

Join historian Lisa Weakland as we uncover the Indigenous perspective on Thanksgiving and the untold history behind America’s most iconic holiday.

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Part 2: The Pilgrims’ Journey to Plymouth

Part 3: Thanksgiving Then: From America’s Founding to the Civil War

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0:00 Intro

01:56 Life in New England

04:15 Government

06:05 Spirituality

09:32 Friend and Foe

13:59 The Great Dying

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Did you know the Thanksgiving story we learn in school leaves out a lot? Let's explore the thanksgiving real story and the complex relationship between the pilgrims and indians. We will also be taking a look at the history of thanksgiving and the wampanoag tribe. To find out more about the plymouth and native american history, watch the video!

Venture into the past and confront the chilling "fear" that haunted our ancestors. Imagine those "scary encounters" in the "haunted woods", surrounded by nothing but "forest sounds" and other "nature sounds". Explore "ancient history" and the roots of our deepest terrors.

Wandering through the dark, are you afraid of what lurks in the haunted woods? Experience the fear that our ancestors felt in colonial america with these calming forest sounds. Learn about the ancient history behind true scary stories, told around the campfire 🔥.

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0:00 Intro

1:45 The Dread of Isolation

3:59 Into the Woods

6:16 Unseen Enemies

8:38 The Devil Walks Among Us

11:35 American Gothic

13:38 Colonial Echoes in Modern Monsters

15:52 The Haunted Present

Venture into the past with these scary stories from early American graveyards. These tales of horror and history in America involve restless spirits and unexplained events. Explore the eerie side of American history in this chilling exploration.A list of all the books used for research for this episode.My Book List on my Amazon Storefront https://amzn.to/3UfY7AuSupport the Historical USA!http://patreon.com/user?u=86673647Classical Learnerhttps://books.classicallearner.com/pa... Coupon Code: historicalusaPlease follow me on social mediaLinktree: https://linktr.ee/historicalusaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/historical_usaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/historicalusa Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/177BJC9...Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/historical_usa