Books and Movies for Veteran's Day

Books and Movies for Veteran's Day Veteran's Day remembers and celebrates the lives and efforts of soldiers, sailors and airmen the world over and especially those who gave the last full measure. It has been said of World War One that it very nearly obliterated an entire generation. In the wake of this most dreadful time followed prohibition, speakeasies, organized crime, the Jazz Age, the Stock Market crash, the migration of masses from the farm to the city and ultimately the Depression and World War Two. The disillusionment felt after World War One was expressed in literature, music, art, education, theater, finance and politics; Progressives rocked and shocked the world. Here are films about veterans, WWI, revolutionaries and nihilists. They will help students get a clearer picture of this most disconcerting time in history. Read more...

The Story of Charles II and the Royal Oak

Royal Oak, the Tree That Saved a Monarch's Head Henry IV, as penned by the Bard, observed that "uneasy lies the head that wears the crown." Cicero portrays his "Sword of Damocles", ever-poised to sever the heads of monarchs. Britain's history is rife with such royal chops. It's to this habit and some quick thinking by Charles II that Royal Oak, Michigan, owes its name. This isn't a movie list, but it does contain some interesting history. Here are suggested movies about Charles II. From the BBC, The Last King-- Charles II The Power and Passion. Here it is on Youtube. Read more...

Showtime "The Borgias" Redefines Debauchery

Showtime "The Borgias" Redefines Debauchery : "The Borgias were a15th/16th century Spanish family that took power in Italy. Rodrigo, Cesare and Lucrezia Borgia had a hand in Europe's Renaissance; they also dispensed poison, simony (the selling of Church indulgences), political intrigue, and murder (to name a few of their cardinal sins). 'The Borgias' is a new showtime mini-series that promises to redefine debauchery."

Starz Channel "Camelot": Historical Drama Sizzle or Fizzle?

I'm a historati; as such, I fancy myself capable of predicting which historical dramas will sizzle and which will fizzle. Much fanfare is being given, Starz channel "Camelot" mini-series. Will it be a  jewel in the crown or a royal flop? Let's pick over the carcass and cast our lots. Read on...

Best Olympics and Sports History Movies for the Classroom

Best Classroom Movies for Sports and Olympics History
Many high schools are offering courses in sports history. The Winter Olympics and Summer Olympics make great subject matter to explore in sports classes. Here are better sports and Olympics movies to show in the classroom or homeschool.
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Free Printable Wonders of the World Interactive History Lessons

Social Studies Unit -- Wonders of the World
Interactive, hands-on, multi-sensory unit for all ages to study wonders of the world across the curriculum. Includes internet links, video streaming, multimedia and online games.
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10 Free History Websites and Film Clips

Websites for Free U.S. History Lesson Plans
10 website reviews for teachers of US history. Sites offer free video clips, film footage clips, lessons plans, materials, primary sources, and materials.
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Educational Films for World War One History

Literature-Based Movies for World War One History Classes
Review of books and movies that explore WWI history and sociology.
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