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Ancient China (2002)

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I"Wonders of the Ancient World" explores some of the world's most remarkable historic treasures in Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas. This far-reaching series features fantastic monuments such as the Pyramids, the Acropolis and the Taj Mahal, and investigates fascinating people such as the Maya, Inca and Ashanti.

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Ancient African Civilizations (2003)

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"Wonders of the Ancient World" explores some of the world's most remarkable historic treasures in Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas. This far-reaching series features fantastic monuments such as the Pyramids, the Acropolis and the Taj Mahal, and investigates fascinating people such as the Maya, Inca and Ashanti.

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Ancient African Architecture (2002)

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Anasazi, Taos & Blackfeet (2003)

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The Chinese Revolution 1911-1989 (2005)

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Uses archival footage, primary sources and expert insight to help students understand how Mao Zedung's communist ideals helped to unify China and restore the country's national pride, but also led to oppression and failed economic policies that resulted in the deaths of millions.

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Revolutionary Mexico (1910-1940) (2005)

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Mexico experienced extreme political instability in the period following independence from Spain. Under the dictator Porfirio Diaz, power, wealth, and land were concentrated in the hands of very few, while injustice, poverty and domination by foreign interests grew.

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Darwin's Dangerous Idea (2001)

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Evolution offers a groundbreaking and definitive view of the extraordinary impact the evolutionary process has had on our understanding of the world around us.

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The French Revolution (2005)

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Examines how all classes of French society revolted against the regime of King Louis XVI and rejected a society based on heredity and privilege, resulting in an violent struggle to determine the future of France.

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00:23

Castro and the Cuban Revolution (2005)

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This exciting series examines the underlying causes and dramatic effects associated with revolutions throughout world history. Join us as we explore the revolutionary philosophies and strategies of world leaders, and determine the social, political and economic conditions that helped spark popular uprisings.

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00:23

The South African Anti-Apartheid Movement (2005)

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Nelson Mandela, an international symbol of resistance to oppression, led the global effort in the 20th century to dismantle South Africa's racist government.

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The South African Anti-Apartheid Movement

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Ancient China (2002)

Ancient African Civilizations (2003)

Ancient African Architecture (2002)

Anasazi, Taos & Blackfeet (2003)

The Chinese Revolution 1911-1989 (2005)

Revolutionary Mexico (1910-1940) (2005)

Darwin's Dangerous Idea (2001)

The French Revolution (2005)

Castro and the Cuban Revolution (2005)

The South African Anti-Apartheid Movement (2005)

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