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Civilizations: The Politics of The Prince

The Renaissance left its mark on ideas, art and science with names well-known today. The Renaissance also left its mark in the form of the powerful political book "The Prince," by Machiavelli, which is used by modern-day dictators and presidents alike.


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History of the Vikings and Navigation

History of the Vikings and Navigation (5:31)

Watch this video about how the vikings navigated the Atlantic Ocean on HowStuffWorks. This is the third segment of NASA Sci Files "The Case of the Technical Knockout" explaining how the vikings navigated the Atlantic Ocean without the use of modern... More »

The Franklin Mystery: Failed Sea Voyage in 1845

The Franklin Mystery: Failed Sea Voyage in 1845 (4:19)

Watch this video about a failed sea voyage through icy waters on HowStuffWorks. In 1845, one of the British Empire's top naval captains never returned from a voyage through London's icy Northwest Passage. Find out why this expedition failed in this... More »

Christopher Columbus

Christopher Columbus (0:46)

From the Archives of Discovery: Christopher Columbus was once hailed as the discoverer of the New World, but today historians consider him only one of several explorers to cross the ocean. Learn more about early explorers in this video.

The Knights Templar

The Knights Templar (2:31)

Explore facts about the Knights Templar of the Crusades.

The American Revolution: The Magna Carta

The American Revolution: The Magna Carta (1:04)

The United States' borrowed the concept of checks and balances from England's Magna Carta.

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Massive Engines: The First Steam Powered Ships

Massive Engines: The First Steam Powered Ships (2:15)

In this clip from Discovery Channel's "Massive Engines," host Chris Barrie sails back in time to learn about and take a ride on some of the first steam powered ships and boats.

Massive Engines: Maiden Voyage of the SS Great Britain

Massive Engines: Maiden Voyage of the SS Great Britain (1:20)

In this clip from Discovery Channel's "Massive Engines," Chris Barrie shows us the science behind the successful transatlantic voyage of Isambard Brunel's SS Great Britain.

Crusades: Journey

Crusades: Journey (0:36)

Learn more about the Middle Ages in this clip from the archives of Discovery.

Crusades: Battle

Crusades: Battle (0:45)

Learn more about the religious conflicts called the Crusades in this clip from the Discovery archives.

Castle Walls

Castle Walls (0:37)

Castle walls were built to withstand brutal sieges; some were built so well that they're still standing. Learn more about castles in this video from the archives of Discovery.

FDR

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Learn more about Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the 32nd American president, in this video from the archives of Discovery.

Black Plague 3

Black Plague 3 (0:35)

The Black Death decimated the European population. Find out how it spread -- and which countries it missed -- in this clip from the archives of Discovery.

Black Plague 2

Black Plague 2 (0:32)

Learn more about the Bubonic Plague and the Black Death in this clip from the archives of Discovery.

Black Plague 1

Black Plague 1 (0:32)

Learn more about the Black Death's effects and several theories about its causes in this clip from the archives of Discovery.

Industrial Revelations: The Boom of Birmingham

Industrial Revelations: The Boom of Birmingham (2:21)

In this video from Discovery Channel's "Industrial Revelations," host Mark Williams explores the history of Birmingham and the role it played in England's industrial revolution.