Short Histories

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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Eine durchschnittliche Folge dieses Podcasts dauert 9m. Bisher sind 91 Folge(n) erschienen. Dieser Podcast erscheint wöchentlich.

Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 15 hours 32 minutes

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episode 12: Tales From WW2. Lisbon: Europe's Nest of Spies.


In Today's Episode we'll be talking about WW2 Lisbon- the City whose Neutrality led to a it becoming Ground Zero for spies, subterfuge, and Refugees escaping the conflict.


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 December 28, 2023  10m
 
 

episode 11: Tales from WW2: The 6888th. America's only all Female, Multi-Ethnic Battallion.


In Today's episode, we'll look at the 6888th postal Battallion. This groundbreaking Force comprised of Mainly African American Women, was sent abroad to complete a vital mission for the War Effort.


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 December 21, 2023  8m
 
 

episode 10: Tales From WW2- The Home Guard


In today's episode, as part of our WW2 collection, we will be lookng at the Home Guard, Britain's Civilian Militia that was formed to counter an invasion by the German Army.


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 December 14, 2023  11m
 
 

episode 9: MkUltra: The CIA Mind Control Conspiracy that Really Happened


In Today's episode, we will discuss Project MkUltra, an experiment into mind control and behaviour modification that was undertaken by the CIA during the Cold War.


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 December 6, 2023  11m
 
 

episode 8: The Silk Road: The Trade Network that Shaped the Ancient World


In today's episode, we'll be looking at the Silk Road- an incredible dynamic trade network that spread goods, culture and ideas across the ancient world.


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 November 30, 2023  9m
 
 

episode 7: J Edgar Hoover: The FBI's Enigmatic Leader


In Today's episode, we will examine the history of J Edgar Hoover- one of the most controversial and celebrated figures in 20th Century America.


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 November 23, 2023  8m
 
 

episode 6: The History of the Mafia in America


In today's episode, Eric Flynn will be talking about the Mafia in America: The History, the opportunities, and the consequences to American Society.


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 November 17, 2023  16m
 
 

episode 5: The Gwangju Massacre: A Dark Chapter in South Korean History


In Today's episode we will be exploring the Gwangju Massacre, an event so impactful that it directly changed the course of the Nations History


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 November 10, 2023  8m
 
 

episode 4: The History of Coffee: The World's most popular drink


In Today's episode, we will examine the History of Coffee- from its humble origins to a global trading power.


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 November 4, 2023  7m
 
 

episode 3: The History of Statue of Liberty


In today's episode, we will be examining the Statue of Liberty. From it's conception to the final, global symbol, this iconic statue represents both Friendship and Liberty.


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 October 27, 2023  6m