European History Courses and Certifications

Vikings and the European Prospect in 1000 CE - Lecture 22

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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.

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

Napoleon Bonaparte: From Corsican Origins to French Emperor

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Explore Napoleon's Corsican roots, his transformation into a French leader, and his impact on warfare and state-building in this insightful lecture on European history.

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

History of Italy

A journey through the history of Italy, from 1862 to 1948, amid great conflicts and great successes

• edX
• 4 weeks, 6-8 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

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.

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

Demographic Transition in Europe - Fertility Decline and Population Growth

Explore Europe's demographic shift: from population growth praise to Malthusian concerns, mortality decline, and the puzzling fertility drop, reshaping human existence and societal dynamics.

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

Sites of Memory and Mourning in Post-World War I Europe - Lecture 18

Explore how Europe commemorated World War I through memorials, media, and ceremonies, shaping a unique understanding of war and its lasting impact on society and politics.

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

Cultural Impact of the Second Plague Pandemic - Illustrations and Conclusions

Explore plague's profound impact on European culture, from attitudes towards death to artistic representations and religious practices, shaping intellectual history and the Enlightenment.

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

Demographic Transition in Europe - Mortality Decline and Population Growth

Explore Europe's demographic transition, from high mortality rates to population growth, examining factors like disease, sanitation, and scientific advancements that influenced this shift.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 9 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

New Imperialism and the Origins of the Boy Scouts - European Civilization 1648-1945 - Lecture 15

Explore the New Imperialism era, examining religious, economic, and political motives behind European colonial expansion and its cultural impact, including the creation of the Boy Scouts movement.

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

The Collapse of Communism and Global Challenges - Lecture 24

Explore the fall of communism, its aftermath in Europe, and global challenges like nationalism, immigration, and human rights in this insightful lecture on post-Cold War developments.

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

Successor States of Eastern Europe after World War I - Lecture 20

Explore interwar Europe's political tensions, ethnic conflicts, and economic challenges that set the stage for World War II, focusing on revisionist powers and minority persecution.

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

The Coming of the Great War - Origins and Alliances in Early 20th Century Europe

Explore the complex alliances, rivalries, and geopolitical factors that led to World War I, including the formation of the Triple Entente and the Schlieffen Plan's impact on mobilization.

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

The Enlightenment and the Public Sphere - European Civilization 1648-1945

Explore how Enlightenment ideas spread through public spaces and popular media, challenging monarchical authority and setting the stage for revolutionary change in 18th-century France.

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

Nationalism in European Civilization - The Construction of National Identities

Explore the complex formation of national identities in Europe, examining language, ethnicity, and historical factors that shaped modern nations and influenced the fate of empires.

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

The Rise of the European Middle Classes in the 19th Century - Lecture 9

Explore the diverse 19th-century European middle classes, their rise to power, cultural impact, and societal contributions, from philanthropy to education and birth control advancements.

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