Explore a captivating video series that delves into historical "found footage" from various sources, including newsreels, instructional films, and cartoons. Gain unique insights into how society has evolved over time while discovering surprising similarities to the present day. Journey through a diverse range of topics, from the early days of animation at Bell Labs to the impact of the 19th Amendment on women's voting rights. Witness key moments in American history, such as the creation of the United Nations, NASA's formative years, and pivotal events of the Vietnam War. Experience the cultural shifts of different eras, from 1950s mall shopping and coffee culture to the 1968 Democratic National Convention riots. Enjoy quirky vintage content like Chevrolet's pirate-themed cartoons and robots smoking cigarettes at the 1939 World's Fair. Examine societal norms and educational approaches of the past, including teen dating advice from the 1940s and anti-marijuana propaganda from the 1950s. This comprehensive collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, highlighting both the progress made and the enduring aspects of human nature across generations.
Overview
Syllabus
Before Pixar, There Was Bell Labs | Flashback | History.
Mall Shopping in the 1950s | Flashback | History.
How Department Stores Liberated Victorian-Era Women | History.
A Patriotic Thanksgiving in 1950s America | Flashback | History.
Women Vote After 19th Amendment Passed | Flashback | History.
The United Nations Is Created | Flashback | History.
Superman's First Time On Screen | Flashback | History.
NASA's Early Years | Flashback | History.
America Loves Coffee | Flashback | History.
Tet Offensive Reshapes the Vietnam War | Flashback | History.
Chevrolet's Bizarre Pirate-Themed Cartoon | Flashback | HISTORY.
The Wright Brothers Build the First Army Airplane | Flashback | History.
1968 Riots at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago | Flashback | History.
Soap Box Derby Mania | Flashback | History.
Nixon Accepts Nomination | Flashback | History.
GM's 50 Millionth Car Parade | Flashback | History.
Scopes Monkey – Rare Footage of the "Trial of the Century" | Flashback | History.
1955 MLB All-Star Game in HD | Flashback | History.
Vintage Volcanic Eruptions | Flashback | History.
Independence Day 1941 | Flashback | History.
A Tour of Old Hollywood | Flashback | History.
A Knife-Throwing Mother Brings Her Family Into the Act | Flashback | History.
RFK Speaks at Columbia University | Flashback | History.
Memorial Day – 1936 | Flashback | History.
A Tour of 1940s New York City | Flashback | History.
Children Testing Gas Masks for the U.S. Government | Flashback | History.
JFK Visits NASA for the Last Time | Flashback | History.
Robots Smoked Cigarettes at the 1939 World's Fair | Flashback | History.
The Dangers of Marijuana Addiction (in 1951) | Flashback | History.
“Private Snafu” Fights Fake News in 1944 | Flashback | History.
RFK Speaks After MLK Killed | Flashback | History.
Easter 1941 | Flashback | History.
The Hidden Army of Women that Defeated Hitler | Flashback | History.
What Makes A Good House Party? | Flashback | History.
Soapy the Germ Fighter Teaches '50s Hygiene | Flashback | History.
The 1960 Winter Olympics in Squaw Valley | Flashback | History.
Teen Dating Dos and Don'ts in the 1940s | Flashback | History.
The 1960s Idea of "The Home of 1999" | Flashback | History.
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