Ancient History Courses and Certifications

Wondrium

Exploring Ancient Rome and Acting Like Ancient Romans

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Discover ancient Rome's architectural marvels, art, and influential figures. Explore Roman oratory gestures and gain insights from experts Darius Arya and Gregory Aldrete on the empire's rich history and culture.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Dan Davis History

Ötzi the Iceman and the Copper Age World

Explore the life, death, and world of Ötzi, a 5,300-year-old mummy discovered in the Alps, offering insights into Copper Age society, technology, and human migration in prehistoric Europe.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Dan Davis History

The First Horse Warriors - Bronze Age Warfare

Explore the evolution of mounted warfare from the Neolithic era to the Iron Age, tracing the development of horse domestication, chariot use, and cavalry tactics across Eurasian cultures.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Tasting History with Max Miller

Recreating the Last Meal of Ötzi the Iceman

Explore the fascinating last meal of Ötzi the Iceman through historical recreation. Discover ancient ingredients and cooking methods while learning about Neolithic diet and culture.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Rise of the Polis - Ancient Greek History Lecture 5

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Explore the emergence of the Greek polis, its significance in ancient society, and the role of the hoplite farmer in shaping this new political and cultural entity.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 7 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Rise of Athens - Ancient Greek History Lecture

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Explore ancient Greek history, focusing on Sparta's constitution and alliances, Athens' development, and the emergence of the hoplite class. Gain insights into the contrasts between these influential city-states.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Dark Ages - Ancient Greek History from Minoan Crete to Mycenaean Collapse

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Explore ancient Greek civilization's origins, from Bronze Age Minoan Crete and Mycenaean Greece to their collapse, through archaeological evidence and epic poetry, setting the stage for a new era of Greek history.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Wondrium

Why Did Rome Fall? - Exploring the Decline of the Western Roman Empire

Experts explore the complex factors leading to the Western Roman Empire's collapse, including Alaric's sack of Rome, while highlighting the Eastern Empire's millennium-long survival after these pivotal events.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Wondrium

Jesus and His Jewish Influences - Alexander the Great

Explore Alexander the Great's influence on ancient Jewish traditions and his potential role as a model for Jesus, examining historical accounts and parallels between the legendary conqueror and religious mythology.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Spahn's Science Lectures

General Astronomy - The Ancient Views of the Heavens

Explore ancient astronomical perspectives, from practical timekeeping to Greek theories, and their lasting impact on our understanding of the cosmos.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Dan Davis History

The Mysterious Nuraghe of Bronze Age Sardinia

Explore the enigmatic Nuragic Civilization of Bronze Age Sardinia, their remarkable stone structures predating medieval castles by two millennia, and discover how this ancient Mediterranean culture developed and eventually declined.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Dan Davis History

Which Ancient Society Really Invented the Wheel?

Explore the fascinating archaeological evidence challenging assumptions about where and when the wheel was invented, examining discoveries from Europe to Mesopotamia.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Gresham College

Hecate - Mistress of Magic

Explore Hecate's evolution from Carian ruling goddess to Greek cosmic deity and Roman sorceress, tracing her journey through ancient magic, mythology, and divine mediation practices.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Fall of the Roman Empire - Causes and Consequences

Explore the complex factors behind the Roman Empire's collapse, including climate change, pandemics, and societal shifts, in this thought-provoking analysis by historian Kyle Harper.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Decline of Classic Maya Civilization - A Systems Perspective

Explore the systemic factors behind the decline of Southern Maya Lowlands cities around 800 AD, challenging previous collapse theories and examining new archaeological and environmental insights.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video