History of North America

Western Military Traditions gave early European colonizers distinct advantages in battles against North American indigenous tribes and empires. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation!  Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/mM1PG0aEfcA which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Victor Davis Hanson podcast: https://...

The infamous Massachusetts Salem Witch Trails that took place in 1692, but let’s conclude our look back at the European history behind witch hunts, persecutions, hangings, and burnings. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/KzmD1bJLVjE  which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. History Unplugged pod...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) written in the form of an extended letter to his son, William Franklin (1730-1813). Ben kept good records of his life and travels, and although he was never President, he still played a crucial part in American history.   The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin at https://amzn.to/43cp6CV   Benjamin Franklin Books available at  https:...

Before exploring Early Colonial Mexico, let’s revisit one of the most glorious Mesoamerican societies—the Aztec Empire. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/Ku-wg7AhsAk which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Aztec books available at https://amzn.to/3Mui42r  ...

Epic STORY of the fascinating background events to the American Civil War (1861-65) as seen from a North American perspective. Enjoy this History of North America PLUS episode! Canada and the American Civil War: PRELUDE TO WAR by Mark Vinet (non-fiction history paper book, audio book, eBook) is available at https://amzn.to/4mQeilx ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joi...

Denary Novels, Book Four — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America.  Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams at https://patreon.c...

Prior to analyzing the Massachusetts Salem Witch Trails that took place in 1692, let’s look back at the European history behind witch hunts, persecutions, hangings, and burnings. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/eiJndB4P1tQ which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. History Unplugged podcast availabl...

The meaning of presentism is an analyses of the past dominated by present-day attitudes and experiences. Some define it as the historical sin of applying present-day virtues upon the past. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation!. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/XiTcSgMM06o which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagram...

Before we tackle the Massachusetts Salem Witch Trails that took place in 1692, let’s look back at the European history behind witch hunts, persecutions, hangings, and burnings. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/spjNZXgaQUA which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. History Unplugged podcast available...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) written in the form of an extended letter to his son, William Franklin (1730-1813). Ben kept good records of his life and travels, and although he was never President, he still played a crucial part in American history.   The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin at https://amzn.to/43cp6CV   Benjamin Franklin Books available at  https:...

As a postscript to our deep dive into Tudor England and its Great Transatlantic Explorers, let’s examine a few of the many references to the period in modern popular culture, movies, TV, books, music, and art. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/SUz_l2eN5NA which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos,...

Epic STORY of the fascinating background events to the American Civil War (1861-65) as seen from a North American perspective. Enjoy this History of North America PLUS episode! Canada and the American Civil War: PRELUDE TO WAR by Mark Vinet (non-fiction history paper book, audio book, eBook) is available at https://amzn.to/4mQeilx ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joi...

Denary Novels, Book Four — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America.  Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams at https://patreon.c...

Bacon's Rebellion, a revolt against the colonial government of Virginia led by Nathaniel Bacon in 1676, was fueled by frontier tensions with Native Americans and grievances against Governor William Berkeley. Bacon, a member of the Governor's Council, became the leader of the rebellion after clashes between colonists and Native Americans escalated. The rebellion resulted in the burning of Jamestown...

FAKE or REAL ?!? This episode closely examines an early seventeenth century painting purported by some to be the English language’s greatest playwright William Shakespeare (1564-1616). The Shakespeare portrait (1603) is cloaked in mystery and has an intriguing North American connection. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation!   Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/t...

In 1676, there broke out in the Old Dominion a famous movement for right and justice, led by a charismatic leader, Nathaniel Bacon. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/IRKSHIQ2AU0  which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Bacon's Rebellion books available at https://amzn.to/3BNKcfu   History of Vi...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) written in the form of an extended letter to his son, William Franklin (1730-1813). Ben kept good records of his life and travels, and although he was never President, he still played a crucial part in American history.   The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin at https://amzn.to/43cp6CV   Benjamin Franklin Books available at  https:...

Let’s appreciate the immeasurable contribution made by an Englishman on one of North America’s main languages and culture. English actor, playwright, poet, and London theatre owner from the early 1590s to 1613, William Shakespeare (1564-1616), known as "the Bard of Avon", authored at least 37 plays and collaborated on several more. He also wrote 154 sonnets, two long narrative poems, a...

Epic STORY of the fascinating background events to the American Civil War (1861-65) as seen from a North American perspective. Enjoy this History of North America PLUS episode! Canada and the American Civil War: PRELUDE TO WAR by Mark Vinet (non-fiction history paper book, audio book, eBook) is available at https://amzn.to/4mQeilx ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joi...

Denary Novels, Book Four — Continuing saga of the 10-volume international historical mystery and suspense thriller series titled Denary Novels by Mark Vinet, which are heavily immersed in World history with connections to North America.  Get FREE access to this novel’s accompanying visuals, including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams at https://patreon.c...

250 years ago, the Continental Congress of thirteen North American British colonies issued a document addressing their grievances with the British Crown and stating why they considered themselves to be a free and independent nation.    Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/7Cpmjp3-0VA which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, il...

As we approach the end of our Deep Dive into England’s Tudor period and its influence on North America, let’s examine the immeasurable contribution made by an Englishman on one of the continent’s main languages and culture. Although this gentleman never visited the continent per se , his words flowed across the ocean onto the immense territory to greatly impact its means of commu...

Many Great Pioneer Women helped establish the French colony of New France during the 1600s, including Marguerite Bourgeoys.   Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/LNONSYQqFtU which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. The Saint of the Day podcast at https://amzn.to/4cpIyyt     Saint of the Day p...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) written in the form of an extended letter to his son, William Franklin (1730-1813). Ben kept good records of his life and travels, and although he was never President, he still played a crucial part in American history.   The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin at https://amzn.to/43cp6CV   Benjamin Franklin Books available at  https:...

In 1595, Sir Walter Raleigh’s quest for the New World’s fabled 'City of Gold' led him on an exciting adventure in search of the legendary and mythical golden city of El Dorado. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation!   Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/Q5hZyYknqMQ which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and d...