Witness to History: Days That Shook the World (1900-1909)
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"Witness to History: Days That Shook the World (1900-1909)" explores the pivotal events of the early 20th century, marking a transition from innocence to innovation. Highlighting influential leaders like Queen Victoria and President McKinley, the video chronicles significant historical moments such as the Boxer Rebellion, the invention of the automobile, and the Wright brothers' inaugural flight. It delves into the impact of groundbreaking inventions and societal changes, emphasizing their influence on modern history and alignment with educational standards in U.S. history and world history between 1901-1919. The content is relevant to curricula focused on technological advancements and global political shifts.
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Runtime: 53 minutes, 16 seconds
- Topic: Biographies, History, Science, Social Science, Technology
- Subtopic: Culture and Society, Einstein, Albert, Inventions, Political Science, Technology, U.S. History - 1901-1919, World History (General), World History - 1900-1945, Wright, Orville and Wilbur
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
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- Release Year: 1999
- Producer/Distributor: Ambrose Video Publishing, Inc
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