This video documents Memorial Day weekend tours focused on historical education. It highlights a significant turnout of 72 participants for tours that cover major US wars from the Revolutionary War to modern conflicts like Iraq and Afghanistan. The tours are guided, last two hours, and aim to foster reflection on the sacrifices of service members. A special tour is scheduled for May 26th at 10 am. The experience costs $20 per person and is presented by Dragonman.
This YouTube video showcases the winning entries of a children's drawing contest held by a military museum. The host expresses gratitude to all international participants and highlights that these artworks will be displayed in the museum for annual public viewing. The video emphasizes pride in the young artists' interest in military history.
This video showcases a museum tour in Colorado Springs, attracting a large crowd of 121 visitors. The presenter expresses pride in educating people about military history. The museum offers guided tours only on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays at 10 am. Additionally, the location provides facilities for paintball, a dirt bike track, and a shooting range, open daily except Mondays, with shooting hours extending to 5 pm on weekends. T-shirts are available for purchase online.
This video announces the start of the museum's seasonal tours, highlighting a successful first event with enthusiastic attendees interested in military history. The museum plans to expand its tour offerings by training more guides, allowing for shorter group tours. They express gratitude to participants and provide a schedule for upcoming tours, which occur every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday at 10 am. A link to purchase merchandise is also included.
This video announces a drawing contest aimed at engaging younger generations in military history, specifically focusing on the American Revolutionary War. Participants are encouraged to create drawings related to George Washington, the Founding Fathers, or the Revolutionary War itself. The winner, chosen at the end of January, will receive $100. Submissions should be sent to The Colorado Springs Historical Military Museum. The video also promotes t-shirt sales via a provided website.
This video showcases a "Revolutionary War Display" and announces new Friday tours for a museum. The museum covers military history from 1775 through Afghanistan. The content emphasizes making history come alive and encourages visits on Wednesdays, Fridays, or Sundays starting at 10 am. A link to shop t-shirts is also provided.
This video from the Royal Armouries' Home Learning Hub features Education Assistant Tom teaching about catapults. The content covers the historical use of catapults and provides instructions on how to build one. It concludes with a challenge for viewers. The video is part of a series designed to support home schooling and is produced by the Royal Armouries' education team, who also manage the UK's national collection of arms and armour.
This YouTube video, titled 'Home Learning Hub: Boudicca part 3', is the final installment of an educational series by the Royal Armouries. It focuses on the historical figure Boudicca and an impending battle with the Roman army, exploring its potential impact on British history. The video is designed to support teachers and parents with homeschooling resources, directing viewers to the Royal Armouries' website and YouTube playlist for further learning materials. It also highlights the museum's collection of arms and armor, encouraging viewer engagement through comments.
This video from the Royal Armouries' Home Learning Hub explores the history and impact of the 'Pals Battalions' during World War I. It details how these units, composed of men from the same localities, were formed to boost recruitment and morale. The content is designed to support KS3 History and English education, providing insights into the soldier's journey and the broader effects of the Pals Battalions on the front lines and on the home front.
This educational video from the Royal Armouries' Home Learning Hub focuses on the Special Operations Executive (SOE) during the Second World War. Designed for KS2 English and History, it details the challenges and trials faced by SOE agents operating behind enemy lines. The video highlights the resourcefulness and bravery required during the war effort, and mentions that further information about SOE agent weaponry can be found on the Royal Armouries website through a downloadable pack. The content aims to support teachers and parents with home schooling resources.
This video from the Royal Armouries' Home Learning Hub focuses on the arms and armor of the Norman and Saxon armies involved in the pivotal 1066 Battle of Hastings. It's designed to support home learning for KS3 & 4 History students, explaining how weapons and armor were crucial for victory. The description encourages viewers to explore additional resources on the Royal Armouries website, including a downloadable Arms & Armour of 1066 Home Learners Pack. The Royal Armouries is the UK's national collection of arms and armor, offering insights into their collection and behind-the-scenes activities.
This video from the Royal Armouries' Home Learning Hub focuses on Saxon warriors, their tactics, and equipment for KS2 History and English. It highlights the effectiveness of the Saxon 'shield wall' formation, explaining how it protected warriors and allowed them to use long spears effectively. The video encourages viewers to learn how to create a shield wall and suggests downloading a free Saxon Shield Wall learner's pack from their website for more resources. It aims to support home schooling by bringing arms and armor history to life through engaging educational content.
