World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia is a nonprofit organization publishing the world's most-read history encyclopedia. Our mission is to engage people with cultural heritage and to improve history education worldwide.

This channel publishes reliable and engaging educational videos on history. The videos are presented by Kelly Macquire, who holds a degree in Ancient History and Archaeology from Monash University. She creates videos in collaboration with our expert editorial team.

Find out more about World History Encyclopedia at www.worldhistory.org.


World History Encyclopedia

Nobunaga once gave Hideoyoshi a tea kettle as a reward to capturing an enemy castle.

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World History Encyclopedia

Who designed the steam engine that could be used anywhere, and subsequently allowed for the powering of trains and boats during the British Industrial Revolution?

1 year ago | [YT] | 72

World History Encyclopedia

The kings of the Ghana Empire resided in which city?

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World History Encyclopedia

It is believed that as long as the ravens who live at the Tower of London stay on the grounds, the kingdom will endure.

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World History Encyclopedia

Which of these Roman festivals is said to be the ancient origins for Valentine's Day?

1 year ago | [YT] | 42

World History Encyclopedia

Which English king began the construction of the Tower of London?

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World History Encyclopedia

During the Medieval Period, which day of the 12 days of the Christmas season was known to hold the biggest parties and celebrations?

1 year ago | [YT] | 39

World History Encyclopedia

All seven emirates that make up the UAE (United Arab Emirates) formed the union on December 2nd 1971.

2 years ago | [YT] | 37

World History Encyclopedia

In West Africa, salt was literally worth its weight in gold.

2 years ago | [YT] | 81

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The Wars of the Roses didn't get their name until 300 years after the skirmishes were over.

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