European History by CrashCourse
In 50 episodes, John Green will teach you about European History to give you an overview of Europe’s history and connection with the world from 1450 to the present.
Vikings and the European Prospect in 1000 CE - Lecture 22
Explore Viking expansion, trade networks, and cultural impact across Europe and beyond, examining their role in shaping the early Middle Ages and setting the stage for the rise of Western civilization.
Crisis of the Carolingians - The Early Middle Ages, 284-1000
Explore the decline of Charlemagne's empire, examining internal weaknesses, external threats, and the Treaty of Verdun's impact on shaping modern European territories.
The Early Middle Ages, 284-1000 - Charlemagne and the Carolingian Dynasty - Lecture 19
Explore Charlemagne's rise and the Carolingian dynasty's impact on European history, from their overthrow of the Merovingians to the establishment of a new Roman Empire.
Monasticism in the Early Middle Ages - Paradoxes and Evolution
Explore the paradoxes of early medieval monasticism, its evolution from asceticism to communal life, and its unexpected role in preserving learning and scholarship in the West.
Frankish Society in the Early Middle Ages - Merovingian Kingship and Power
Explorez la société mérovingienne : pouvoir, violence et religion dans l'Europe post-romaine. Découvrez comment les liens familiaux et l'Église ont façonné cette période tumultueuse de l'histoire franque.
Transformation of the Roman Empire - The Early Middle Ages, 284-1000
Explore the fall of the Western Roman Empire, examining causes, invading groups, and the debate between gradual decline and catastrophic collapse in this historical analysis.
Constantine and the Early Church - The Rise of Christianity in the Roman Empire
Explore Constantine's conversion, its impact on the Roman Empire and early Church, and the founding of Constantinople in this Yale lecture on early Christian history.
The Early Middle Ages, 284-1000 - The Splendor of Byzantium
Explore the Byzantine Empire's evolution from 284-1000 CE, covering expansion under Justinian, periods of crisis and contraction, military reorganization, religious conflicts, and territorial gains.
The Early Middle Ages, 284-1000 - The Crucial Seventh Century
Explore the pivotal 7th century in medieval history, examining the Abbasid decline, rise of Islam, changes in Europe and Byzantium, and the Pirenne thesis on Mediterranean disruption.
Islamic Conquests and Civil War - Early Middle Ages, 284-1000
Explore Islamic conquests, their rapid expansion, and internal divisions. Understand factors behind Arab success and the origins of Sunni-Shiite split in early Muslim history.
Mohammed and the Arab Conquests - Early Middle Ages
Explore the origins of Islam, Mohammed's life, and early Islamic development in the context of 7th century Arabia, including key beliefs and its differentiation from other religions.
Clovis and the Franks - Gregory of Tours' Account of Early Medieval History
Explore Gregory of Tours' account of Merovingian kings, focusing on Clovis' rise to power, the Franks' Catholic conversion, and the supernatural's role in early medieval history.
Barbarian Kingdoms in the Early Middle Ages - Lecture 7
Explore the rise of barbarian kingdoms after the fall of Western Rome, their characteristics, and impact on European society during the Early Middle Ages.
Le Moyen Age 2.0 - Réflexions sur la Mondialisation et ses Impacts
Réflexion sur la mondialisation, ses impacts sur la pensée et les fractures sociales. Exploration des liens entre économie, sciences politiques, sociologie, philosophie et littérature pour comprendre les turbulences du monde actuel.
The Middle Ages Around the World
Explore global events, influential figures, and enduring inventions of the Middle Ages beyond Europe. Debunk myths and discover lesser-known stories from this fascinating historical period.
Writing Women Back into History Matters - Rediscovering Medieval Female Power and Influence
Discover how medieval women like the Birka Warrior and Hildegard of Bingen wielded significant power and influence, challenging traditional historical narratives and revealing a more diverse, complex past.
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