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Part of the world History section. How Countries developed and major historical events. Check out our youtube channel for other historical videos podcasts. https://www.youtube.com/@englishthroughhistory
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In Today's episode we will be inroducing a slightly different type of episode. We will be looking at the decade of the 1950's to highlight the influential events that took place during the pivotal time in Global History. Politics, Culture and Technology- this decade had monumental highs and lows. We hope you enjoy this episode!
In Today's Episode, Novelist and self proclaimed American Pulp expert Eric Flynn tells us about an Author that was the pioneer of Sword and Sorcery fantasy. His life was tragically cut short and comprised of contradictions, yet his legacy lives on to modern times.
In today's episode we go far back in time to pre-history and explore the fascinating rise of the Dinosaurs. We will talk about the early dinosaur era and the incredible evolutionary journey of these animals as they overcome and diversify to match ancient Pangea's formation into the earth we know today. We finally will conclude with the extinction event that killed them off and allowed our own species to become dominant.
In Today's episode we will be examining the events that led to the sinking of the USS Indianapolis, one of the worst maritime disasters in US Naval History. Infamous for the number of shark attacks on the survivors, the ship was also involved in some the most important missions in WW2- including the delivery of parts of the Atom Bomb.
In Today's episode, we will be discussing the often forgotten Armenian Genocide committed by the Ottoman Empire during WWI. The event that literally defined Genocide as a term, this massacre causes political controversies to this day.
In today's episode we will be exploring the life of H.P Lovecraft- one of the most influential horror writers of all time. From his disturbing real life, to his fictional musings, we will examine how and why this writer who died almost penniless and alone, became the inspiration for many artists and writers.
In today's episode, we will be talking about the Spanish Armada Campaign in the 16th Century, between England and Spain. Having a direct influence on the future of both Nations, this complex event in History is memorable for its savagery, and the cunning use of Naval Tactics to overcome a greater opponent.
In today's episode we will be talking about the History of the Internet. From a simple time saving set of protocols to a civilisation shaping phenomenon, join us on this remarkable journey.
In today's episode, part 3 of 3, we will look at the collapse of the once mighty Empire and the repurcussions following it, globally and nationally.
In Today's Episode, we will be continuing our series about the British Empire. In this 2nd of our 3 part series, we will be talking about the British Empire at its height.
In Today's Episode, we will be examining the British Empire at the start of the era. What factors caused the Empire to Develop from a humble Island Nation to a Global Super Power? Part 1 of a 3 part series.
In today's episode Eric Flynn is back discussing the History of Prosthetics- a strange journey that takes us from Ancient Egypt to Modern times.
In Today's episode, we will examine British Politician: Enoch Powell. Simultananeously revered and reviled, this complex and engaging man shaped the discussion on Immigration in the UK for the last 50 years.
In Today's episode we will be talking about the strange event that took place in Scotland, at the turn of the 20th century. Still unexplained, the disappearance of 3 lighthouse keepers shook the small community. We will be looking at the men who vanished, to the evidence found, and some of the theories put forward.
In Today's episode, we will be talking about Japanese Animation. One of the most influential soft powers, Animation has thrust Japanese culture into the spotlight, and amassed an enormous Global following. We'll look at the origins of the distinct styles all the way to the perculiar nuances that fans love.
In Today's episode we will be examining the largest Viking Army ever formed, and their reign of Terror across Anglo Saxon England.
In Today's episode we will be talking about the 1948 Revolution in Costa Rica that changed the society dramatically, redefining the future direction and making Costa Rica the unique Nation it is today.
In today's episode we will be exploring Sushi- one of the most iconic dishes globally. Trace the origins of Sushi from a basic dish used for preserving fish to a global sensation.
The final installment in our 3 part series on Historical Conspiracy Theories
In Today's episode we will be looking at some of the most prevelant and strange conspiracy theories throughout history. This is part 2 of a 3 part series that will explore a selection of Conspiracies that have had originated throughout history, and which some are still around today.
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