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Military Moments - History

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Overview

Explore pivotal military moments that shaped the course of history in this comprehensive video series. Delve into decisive battles, strategic operations, and significant conflicts across various eras, from ancient times to modern warfare. Gain insights into the Trojan War, the American Civil War, World Wars I and II, the Vietnam War, and more. Discover the stories of remarkable individuals like teenage WWII prisoner Hjalmar Johansson and Father Emil Kapaun, the "Saint in the Foxhole." Analyze tactical overviews of crucial engagements such as the Battle of Midway and the Tet Offensive. Examine the impact of events like the My Lai Massacre and the Mexican-American War. Learn about lesser-known conflicts, including the Boxer Rebellion and the Iran-Iraq War. Uncover fascinating details about military life, from trench warfare in WWI to the courageous Harlem Hellfighters. Through a mix of historical analysis, drawn history segments, and "Sound Smart" features, develop a deeper understanding of the moments that changed the fate of nations and the world.

Syllabus

Hjalmar Johansson: Teenage Prisoner of WWII | History.
Battle of Midway Tactical Overview – World War II | History.
How The Tet Offensive Changed The Vietnam War | History.
Veterans Day: Father Emil Kapaun, the Saint in the Foxhole | History.
Drawn History: The Trojan War | History.
The My Lai Massacre | History.
What Happened in the Persian Gulf War? | History.
What Happened in the Iran-Iraq War? | History.
What Was the Mexican-American War? | History.
Sound Smart: Bleeding Kansas | History.
Sound Smart: Fort Sumter and the Civil War | History.
Sound Smart: The Boxer Rebellion | History.
The Battle at Little Bighorn | History.
Drawn History: The Blitz | History.
The Battle of Guadalcanal: Anatomy of a Decisive World War II Victory | History.
Deconstructing History: Alamo | History.
The Harlem Hellfighters | History.
Life in a Trench | World War I | History.
Bet You Didn't Know: World War I | History.

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