Extra Credits Courses

Extra History: Hunting the Bismarck

Explore the thrilling hunt for the Bismarck, Nazi Germany's formidable warship, in this gripping historical series detailing Allied efforts to neutralize the WW2 naval threat.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Extra History: The Articles of Confederation

Explore the early U.S. government's challenges and evolution through the Articles of Confederation in this engaging animated history series.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Extra History: The Battle of Kursk

Explore the largest tank battle in history: Operation Barbarossa, preparations, Operation Citadel, and the fight for control of the Eastern Front during World War II.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Extra History: Ned Kelly

Explore the daring exploits and controversial legacy of Ned Kelly, Australia's infamous outlaw, from his early life to his final stand in iconic armor.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Extra History - Catherine the Great

Explore the remarkable journey of Catherine the Great from Polish girl to Russian Empress, her reforms, relationships, and lasting impact on history.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Extra History: Simón Bolívar

Animated exploration of Simón Bolívar's role in South American independence, from his early influences to his triumphs and challenges as a revolutionary leader and statesman.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Extra History - World War I

Illustrated narratives exploring World War I's origins, from the Concert of Europe to the July Crisis and the war's outbreak, with insights into key events and diplomatic tensions.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Broad Street Pump & John Snow

Explore the 1854 London cholera outbreak, John Snow's groundbreaking epidemiology work, and the birth of modern public health reforms in this engaging historical series.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Extra History: Zulu Empire

Explore the rise and fall of the Zulu Kingdom in 19th-century southern Africa, from Shaka Zulu's reign to the impact of diamond discovery and colonial conflicts.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Extra History: The First Opium War

Explore the complex trade relations and conflicts between Qing Dynasty China and the UK in the First Opium War, from diplomatic missions to gunboat tactics and eventual surrender.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Extra History: Japan - Sengoku Jidai

Explore Japan's tumultuous Sengoku period through key battles, sieges, and influential figures. Discover how this era of civil war shaped the nation's history and led to unification.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Extra History: Suleiman the Magnificent

Explore the life and legacy of Suleiman I, the Ottoman Empire's most influential sultan, through an engaging animated series covering his reign, conquests, and lasting impact on history.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Extra History: The First Crusade

Dive into the complex history of the First Crusade, exploring its origins, key figures, and pivotal events that shaped medieval Europe and the Middle East.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Early Christian Schisms

Explore the political turmoil and theological debates that shaped early Christianity through engaging art and narration, covering key events from Constantine to the Council of Chalcedon.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Extra History - Rome: The Punic Wars

Explore Rome's ascent to power through the Punic Wars, examining key battles, strategies, and historical impacts in this engaging animated series.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video