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Holidays - Videos

From religious and patriotic observances to celebrations of ethnic pride, explore the history of Easter, Passover, New Year's Day, Veterans' Day, Memorial Day and much more.

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Women’s History Month

Celebrate the progress and accomplishments of American women with this look at trailblazers throughout history. Are you next?

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Flashback: Independence Day 1941

As World War II raged in Europe and North Africa, the United States celebrated its Independence Day in July 1941. It was looking increasingly likely that the U.S. would enter the war, and President Franklin Roosevelt delivered an address that equivocated America’s own struggle for freedom in the 1700s with the struggle faced by her […]

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Flashback: Memorial Day – 1936

In the shadow of Hitler’s rise to power, Americans observe Memorial Day in 1936 with a sense that another worldwide conflict might be on the horizon. General John Pershing, who led America’s forces during WWI, argues that peace should be sought at any cost.

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1:55 minTV-PG

Flashback: Easter 1941

1941’s Easter celebrations would be the last before the United States officially entered WWII. It was a time to celebrate peace, even under the specter of global war. This episode of Flashback takes a look at how the U.S. celebrated Easter during a time of conflict.

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Veterans Day

Father Emil Kapaun gave his life during the Korean War, but his selfless faith saved and inspired his fellow soldiers. President Obama recognized the Army chaplain with the Medal of Honor in 2013.

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1:19 minTV-PG

7 Female Firsts in Sports

Katherine Switzer was the first woman to run the Boston marathon in 1967. Take a look back at her accomplishment and those of other record-busting female sports stars.

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Veterans Day Facts

Learn the facts and figures behind the many contributions of America’s armed forces throughout the country’s history.

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1:52 minTV-PG

History of May Day

Historian Yohuru Williams gives a crash course on a riot in Chicago’s Haymarket Square that changed the labor movement in the United States.

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2:35 minTV-PG

Ask HISTORY: April Fools’ Day

How did practical jokes become associated with April 1? Ask History has the answers.

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New Year’s

Did you know that New Year’s has not always been celebrated on January 1? Get the full story.

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Bet You Didn’t Know: Veterans Day

Do you know why Veterans Day is celebrated on November 11th every year? Get the whole story behind the holiday.

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History of the Fourth of July

Did you know New York City has the biggest fireworks display in the United States and that three U.S. presidents died on July 4?

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