History Shorts

CONVERSATION SERIES: Anthony Tucker-Jones

Peter speaks with Anthony Tucker-Jones, a British military historian, author, and commentator known for his extensive work on modern military history and intelligence.

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One of the most significant events of Russia's Ivan III's rule was the bloodless faceoff with the Mongols in 1480, which symbolized the end of the so-called "Tatar Yoke." This event could have ended much worse—after all, they all kind of just stood there in a massive staredown.

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Ultimately, the 1920s and 30s rivalry between the Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building had a clear winner. Or, maybe it didn't. I guess the verdict is still out.

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In 1968, Nixon believed that many Americans supported his policies but were afraid to publicly express their views for fear of being canceled by the more vocal minorities, such as anti-war protestors and civil rights activists. Enter the Silent Majority.

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Within the story of the more obscure American Holiday, Constitution Day, hides another, now long forgotten holiday from the 1930s and 40s, called the 'I Am an American Day.'

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HISTORY SHORTS' JUST THE FACTS: Alcohol

This week, we introduce a new series into our SUNDAY rotation alongside the long-running SUNDAY Trivia. JUST THE FACTS will be just that, the facts - in this case, about alcohol.

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HISTORY SHORTS LIMITED SERIES: Conquerors - Julius Caesar

Sure, we have all heard of Julius Caesar, the Roman general and statesman who left an indelible mark on history through his military conquests, political reforms, and cultural contributions. Yet, what did the man do exactly that warranted his name to become synonymous with power?

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HISTORY SHORTS CONVERSATION SERIES

Peter is joined by Steve Heimler, the internet YouTube sensation and, arguably, the world's most famous Advanced Placement history teacher. Check out @heimlershistory on YouTube!

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HISTORY SHORTS: Trials by Ordeal

Trials by ordeal were a method of judgment and punishment used in the Middle Ages, primarily to determine guilt or innocence in the absence of conclusive evidence. These ordeals were based on the belief that divine intervention would reveal the truth by protecting the innocent or exposing the guilty.

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HISTORY SHORTS: Joan of Arc

Joan of Arc, also known as the "Maid of Orléans," was a French peasant girl whose actions and faith changed the course of the Hundred Years' War between France and England.

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