4.1 20th Century (In One Take)

Navigate the highs and lows of the 20th century in this exciting six minute video!

Run time: 05:45

4.2 Germany Under Hitler

Listen in on conversations amongst the German people to understand how Hitler was able to take power.

Run time: 05:16

4.3 Britain Loses Her Empire

Explore the reasons for the collapse of the British Empire in the 20th century.

Run time: 04:33

4.4 Cold War Tensions

Berlin ‘48, Cuba ‘62, or Vietnam? Which brought the world closest to another world war?

Run time: 09:18

4.5 History Of The Olympics

Explore the political, social and economic impact of the Olympic Games.

Run time: 05:22

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• 5 video lessons](/content/free-topics/anglo-saxons/index.html) World War One
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20th Century

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Explore fascinating aspects of this turbulent century, including the rise of Hitler, the fall of the British Empire and the Olympic Games.

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