Napoleon's Invasion of Russia
There are many lessons we are supposed to know in life: pick up after yourself, never bet against a Sicilian when death is on the line, and most importantly, don’t invade Russia in the winter. Know...
25 Jun 202514min
Innovative Sports Strategies
All sports are governed by a body of rules. Within those rules, there is usually a set of norms for how the game should be played. Most coaches will instruct their players to use similar techniques. ...
24 Jun 202514min
The French Army Mutinies of 1917
In late May and early June of 1917, the French Army faced what could have been an extensive crisis. After three years of some of the most brutal conflict that the world had ever seen, many soldiers ...
23 Jun 202513min
Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto (Encore)
In the Pacific Theater in World War II, the leader of the combined Japanese fleet was Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto. Yamamoto was villanized as the arch-enemy of the American forces in the Pacific, and t...
22 Jun 202514min
The Great Locomotive Chase
On April 12, 1862, one of the most daring and audacious events of the American Civil War took place. It wasn’t a major battle. It didn’t involve armies meeting each other on the field of battle. I...
21 Jun 202514min
Grass and Lawns
One of the most common types of plants in the world is grass. Grass is almost everywhere. An enormous part of the landmass on Earth is covered with grass. Grass isn’t just stuff in a field that co...
20 Jun 202514min
The Russian Revolution
One of the most transformative events of the 20th century was the Russian Revolution. The Revolution was responsible for the downfall of the Russian monarchy and the rise of the Soviet Union. It a...
19 Jun 202514min
The History of Apples (Encore)
One of the most popular fruits in the world are apples. Apples are associated with the Garden of Eden, pleasing your teacher, and the story of Snow White. They play a role in Greek and Norse mytholo...
18 Jun 202514min
