History
From Absolute History. Over the centuries art has influenced societies and altered viewpoints. In this episode, Tony takes a fascinating spin through time and space to determine art’s impact on history. He journeys back to the 1930s, to unravel the mystery of a phantom graffiti artist covering an Australian city with an enigmatic single word.…
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From The History Guy. By an act of congress, on January 28, 1915 the United States Revenue Cutter Service and the United States Life Saving Service were merged to create the United States Coast Guard. But the Coast Guard’s status as an independent branch of the military was not secure, even given the Coasties’ distinguished…
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From The History Guy. The German invasion of Poland was dramatic, and drew the attention of the entire world, but fighting had actually begun even earlier as Germany sought to press its territorial ambitions. Often overlooked, actual combat occurred six months earlier, and not far from the Polish border with Czechoslovakia, in a tiny, autonomous…
From Absolute History. In this episode, Tony journeys back to 776 BC to witness the birth of the ancient Olympic Games, held in honor of the Greek god Zeus. He uncovers why the Roman Empire banned them and how the games reappeared in an English village thousands of years later. In World War II Tony…
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From The History Guy. At the turn of the 20th century the world was facing a host of changes- industrialization, urbanization, mechanization, and a revolution in the role of women in society. And not everyone was on board with the changes. The conflict came to a head in January, 1908, when the New York City…
From Absolute History. Why did the Scottish kings live in Edinburgh, and why don’t we have Scottish kings anymore? Why was Edinburgh Castle built high upon Castle Rock? What’s the connection between Edinburgh and Harry Potter? And where are the real-life inspirations for Harry Potter locations? What is so royal about Edinburgh’s Royal Mile? Who…
From Absolute History. Carlton is known as the headquarters for generations of crime bosses. But it was also the epicenter of a creative outpouring in the 1960s and 70s that lead to the emergence of a uniquely Australian film and theatre culture. This inner-city gem has always been a suburb of incredible diversity. It’s also…
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From The History Guy. Watch Civil War: The Untold Story "Bloody Shiloh" for FREE until January 27, 2021: https://www.magellantv.com/series/civil-war-the-untold-story/bloody-shiloh You can also gain access to MagellanTV’s entire history collection with my SPECIAL OFFER, a 1-month free membership: https://try.magellantv.com/historyguy. On December 7th, 1862, Confederate forces under General Thomas Hindman marched against a Union force in northwestern…
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From The History Guy. The Ashtabula Bridge disaster of December 1876 brought about change for not only the town, but also in railroad procedures and legislative duty. The worst train accident in the United States in the 19th century deserves to be remembered. Check out our new community for fans and supporters! https://thehistoryguyguild.locals.com/ This is…
From Absolute History. This episode explores the extraordinary lengths people will go to in search of freedom, as Tony meets some of history’s greatest escape artists. In 1800s Australia, destiny hinges on the flip of a coin as an influential pioneer risks his life in a duel. Next Tony reveals the bizarre disguise a convict…
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From The History Guy. After spreading throughout Europe, Celts had been threatening Macedon and northern Greek states for years when a Celtic leader decided to invade. And just as the Spartans had done in 480 BC, a coalition of Greeks marched to meet them at Thermopylae. The ancient pass would once again be the site…
From Absolute History. The Habsburgs were the hereditary rulers of the Holy Roman Empire. Their kingdom was the largest realm in Renaissance Europe. How did they shape Europe? Where did Mozart perform as a 6-year-old prodigy? When and why did Austria shrink to a tenth of its size? 📺 It’s like Netflix for history… Sign…
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From Absolute History. Taking its name from the English coastal mining town, Australia’s Newcastle also has a reputation for toughness and heavy toil that began when the convicts were first dropped there to collect coal from the beaches. But it’s also a town with a unique identity, a rich maritime history, and more than its…
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From The History Guy. The History Guy remembers Carlo Camillo Di Rudio who was notably hard to kill. His story is a ripping yarn that deserves to be remembered. This is original content based on research by The History Guy. Images in the Public Domain are carefully selected and provide illustration. As very few images…
From Objectivity. We look at a beautiful 18th Century telescope at the Royal Society. More links below ↓↓↓ Objectivity on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/objectivity Subscribe to Objectivity: http://bit.ly/Objectivity_Sub Films by James Hennessy and Brady Haran Royal Society website: http://bit.ly/Royal_Society The Royal Society’s own YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/RoyalSociety Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ObjectivityVideos Twitter: https://twitter.com/objectivity_vid Patron thank you page: http://www.bradyharanblog.com/objectivity-patrons Objectivity T-Shirts:…
From The History Guy. The world’s first steam-powered warship was designed by one of the most famous engineers if the era. The steam battery Demologos was almost an analogy for the energy of the United States as it entered the nineteenth century and established a new prominence on the world stage. This is original content…
From Absolute History. In 1941, sleepy tropical Brisbane found itself the nerve center for the Pacific War effort, playing host to 100,000 US military personnel. The former convict colony found itself changing quickly, and the pace of progress has barely slowed since then. Yet politically Queensland is the most conservative state in Australia, even playing…
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From The History Guy. The NASA Surveyor program represented America’s first lunar landing, and the 87,000 pictures the Surveyor spacecraft sent home dramatically increased our understanding of our planet’s closest neighbor and only natural satellite. Please consider joining our new community where you can connect with The History Guy and team! The History Guy Guild…
From Absolute History. How did Dublin get its name? And what do Vikings have to do with it? Who was Maewyn Succat, and why is he celebrated with green beer? How did the harp become a symbol of Ireland? What is the curious history of the Book of Kells? 📺 It’s like Netflix for history……
From Absolute History. Tucked around a corner from the iconic sights of Sydney is a forgotten pocket-handkerchief-sized suburb that contains hidden history from every era since settlement. From the Razor gangs of the 1930s to the Heritage Battles of the 1960s, Woolloomooloo has seen it all. 📺 It’s like Netflix for history… Sign up to…
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From The History Guy. Just as the city was establishing itself as the financial capital of the United States, a combination of the results of rapid population growth and terrible weather resulted in a fire that laid waste to the wealthiest part of America’s wealthiest city. As the New York Mercantile Advisor wrote, “there is…
From The History Guy. In the 1850s, a fad started by Queen Victoria set off a massive increase in price for some very special items. Queen Victoria acquired a huge collection, and soon others in England and even elsewhere were jostling to get the best and most beautiful collections, competing over aesthetics and value. This…
From Absolute History. Catastrophes capture both the tragedy of life and the strength of the human spirit. In this episode Tony examines the series of events that lead to disasters and the legacies it leaves behind. From a daredevil acrobat risking his life in 19th century Sydney, to the ill-fated Burke and Wills cross-continental expedition.…
From The History Guy. This is an episode of the THG Podcast, which posts to YouTube once every two weeks in addition to regular History Guy content, about a month after it releases to podcast services. Subscribe to the RSS feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/thehistoryguy/ In today’s episode, The History Guy talks about two historic fruits: the banana…
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From The History Guy. Though we usually take it for granted today, the development of a system that allows nearly anyone to hand off a package and trust that it will later arrive where you want it to was an incredible advancement, and one that is vital to modern life as we know it. This…
From Absolute History. In this episode, we explore the curious world of Royal Warrants, a special designation given only to the best shops and services, literally fit for a king or queen. We also visit the atelier of one of Princess Diana’s gown designers. From the royal dressmakers to tiara makers to the royal cheesemonger…
From Absolute History. Bendigo is literally built on rivers of gold. But there is more to be discovered than the history of the Victorian gold rush and Tony Robinson is out to dig it up. 📺 It’s like Netflix for history… Sign up to History Hit, the world’s best history documentary service and get 50%…
From The History Guy. Dozens of movies have included fantastic plotlines about Earth being invaded by aliens from another planet. It is a common movie theme, but not one you expect to see in real life. But, one winter day in Boston, the city found itself under siege by invaders from the moon, and the…
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From Absolute History. The never-ending quest to satisfy humankind’s senses has led to some magnificent culinary creations. But it’s also caused great conflict – from the toppling of leaders to the creation of empires. In this episode, Tony embarks on a gastronomic journey from the origins of the famous Pavlova dessert, to the discovery of…
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From Absolute History. Queen Victoria named Glasgow the second city of the empire. What made this city so important to the industrial revolution? Who is buried under Glasgow Cathedral and why? Who is Saint Mungo, and why is he so big? Why does Glasgow City Chambers look like a palace? How did this seaport town…
From Absolute History. Tony Robinson brings his inquisitive storytelling approach to Australia’s diverse suburbs and towns. His mission is to uncover the hidden history that lies behind, below, and above the places, we walk every day. In each episode, we find a different postcode laden with stories. They’re all established walks that tourists and locals…
From The History Guy. The Christmas season is full of all kinds of traditions, many of which are different depending on what part of the world you’re in. But many of the traditions are similar as well, including one whose history you might ever have thought about: the Christmas Card. Among the earliest of modern…
From Objectivity. Brady pays a visit to Adam Savage’s famous ‘cave’ to look at three of his favourite objects! More links below ↓↓↓ Check out Adam’s channel: https://www.youtube.com/tested Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealadamsavage Curta on Numberphile: https://youtu.be/ZDn_DDsBWws Objectivity on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/objectivity Subscribe to Objectivity: http://bit.ly/Objectivity_Sub Films by James Hennessy and Brady Haran Royal Society website:…
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From The History Guy. One of America’s most famous Christmas trees is intimately linked to one of the most devastating explosions in human history. The story is one of great tragedy, great heroism, and human compassion, that goes to the heart of the true meaning of Christmas. This is original content based on research by…
From Absolute History. From calculating killers to merciless victors, in this episode, Tony seeks to answer why some people will stop at nothing to get what they desire. He travels to 1950s New Zealand to uncover what triggered the killing of an innocent victim by a young couple and why the disturbing case captured headlines…
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From The History Guy. The age of rigid and semi-rigid airships like the famous Hindenburg was a brief but exciting time, as the impressive ships promised to be part of a technological revolution. In the late 1920s the US began testing their use as flying aircraft carriers, able to launch and recover planes from the…
From Absolute History. What European Christmas Markets have to do with the Holy Roman Empire; why are Christmas Markets mostly in German-speaking countries; history of the Advent wreath, Silent Night and the character named Krampus. 📺 It’s like Netflix for history… Sign up to History Hit, the world’s best history documentary service and get 50%…
From Absolute History. The real story of Melbourne isn’t found in the grand tree-lined boulevards or boomtown architecture. It’s hidden down the lanes and alleyways. Utopian idealists, internationally celebrated art, class-war dressed up as teen-rebellion, you’ll find it all in the center of the city. 📺 It’s like Netflix for history… Sign up to History…
From The History Guy. Go to http://www.audible.com/historyguy or text historyguy to 500 500 to get your free trial and for a limited time, save 60% on your first 3 months of Audible! In the early months of WWII, during the period called the “Phoney War”, or by the Germans, the sitzkrieg, the combatants were not…
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From The History Guy. Probably the most visible part of what makes a battleship a battleship are her guns – both the enormous main batteries and the dozens of smaller guns that dot the deck and superstructure. And the guns of USS Texas, fired at D-Day, at Iwo Jima, even at Wake Island – have…
From Absolute History. In this episode, Tony discovers the inspirations, setbacks, and ingenuity that lead to astonishing feats of invention. To discover how powered flight first began Tony joins a group of enthusiasts in country Victoria, attempting to get a replica plane off the ground. In 1890s Western Australia Tony meets a humble engineer, whose…
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