Ambrose Video Free Viewing Calendar

A History of American Indian Achievement

Showing all day on Friday, May 18

The journey is one that tells three stories: one of remarkable civilizations creating architecture, technology and art that matched the greatest success of any ancient culture. The second story is one of survival: overcoming attempts at extermination by the dominant culture. The final story is one of accomplishment.

A History of the U.S. Constitution

Showing all day on Saturday, May 19

It is our nation's most revered document and a creation of mankind's enduring search for liberty and freedom. It resonates with the spirit of the times during which it was conceived and serves as a guide to an unknown and rapidly changing future. It is the United States of America's Constitution.

A History of American Indian Achievement

Showing all day on Sunday, May 20

The journey is one that tells three stories: one of remarkable civilizations creating architecture, technology and art that matched the greatest success of any ancient culture. The second story is one of survival: overcoming attempts at extermination by the dominant culture. The final story is one of accomplishment.

19th Century Turning Points in U.S. History

Showing all day on Monday, May 21

America entered the 19th century as an agricultural nation of 16 states and 5.3 million people. By the end of the century, the nation was an industrial power of 45 states and 76 million people. This series of eight programs is chaptered into 55 stand-alone segments that highlight significant historical events, scientific milestones and cultural achievements. Historical content is delivered 'on demand' with unprecedented ease, allowing teachers and students instantaneous access to specific information.

A History of Women's Achievement in America

Showing all day on Tuesday, May 22

Without the American woman's pioneering fortitude, the early colonies at Jamestown and Plymouth Plantation, would not have survived. From then on, millions of American pioneer women would push the frontier ever forward. Destined to play an essential role in the shaping of the United States; American women forged an identity unlike any other in the world. That identity found a voice as they created great literature and science.

A History of Women's Achievement in America

Showing all day on Wednesday, May 23

Without the American woman's pioneering fortitude, the early colonies at Jamestown and Plymouth Plantation, would not have survived. From then on, millions of American pioneer women would push the frontier ever forward. Destined to play an essential role in the shaping of the United States; American women forged an identity unlike any other in the world. That identity found a voice as they created great literature and science.

Great American Authors Since 1650

Showing all day on Thursday, May 24

Presented by Jane Kaczmarek, Great American Authors: 1650 to Present presents the rich, literary tradition of American storytelling...No country has produced a more impressive group of writers in a shorter period of time than America. It has been an incredible journey of finding the nation's voice, beginning with the first colonists in the 17th century to a small cadre of brilliant, 19th century, New England writers who defined the unique American experience and soul, to the whole country speaking out in the 20th Century against war, poverty, racism and alienation.

A History of Women's Achievement in America

Showing all day on Friday, May 25

Without the American woman's pioneering fortitude, the early colonies at Jamestown and Plymouth Plantation, would not have survived. From then on, millions of American pioneer women would push the frontier ever forward. Destined to play an essential role in the shaping of the United States; American women forged an identity unlike any other in the world. That identity found a voice as they created great literature and science.

America's National Monuments: Land of Geologic Wonders - The Pacific Northwest

Showing all day on Saturday, May 26

Designated by U.S. Presidents, America's National Monuments preserve significant pieces of the country's history, ecology, geology and beauty for all Americans.

Global Warming: Science and Solutions

Showing all day on Sunday, May 27

Our planet is warming; it's significantly warmer in the 21st century than it was in the last third of the 20th century. Indeed, four of the warmest years on record have occurred in this century. This global warming is being forced by the unabated burning of fossil fuels pouring CO2 into the atmosphere ... And this warming appears to be forcing dramatic regional and worldwide climate shifts. This series takes you through the Science of Global Warming and the Solutions. We need only to trust the science and work together to implement these solutions... solutions we can no longer afford to ignore.

16th & 17th Century Turning Points In U.S. History

Showing all day on Monday, May 28

To the south, Spain occupied Florida and the desert southwest; to the north, France took hold along the Great Lakes and the Mississippi River; and England settled along the eastern seaboard of the Atlantic. Names come alive from America's past. Some are well known, like Ponce de Leon, John Smith, Pocahontas, Father Jacques Marquette and William Penn; some are lesser known, such as Pedro Menendez, John Winthrop, Anne Hutchinson, Peter Stuyvesant, Metacom and Robert La Salle. All will become instantly recognizable to students.

California

Showing all day on Tuesday, May 29

California has been shaped by tectonic plate activity and volcanic action and is a region isolated from the rest of the country. As a result, it is a region of distinctive geologic features … With a rich and unique human history of American Indians, explorers, settlers and entrepreneurs.

California

Showing all day on Wednesday, May 30

California has been shaped by tectonic plate activity and volcanic action and is a region isolated from the rest of the country. As a result, it is a region of distinctive geologic features … With a rich and unique human history of American Indians, explorers, settlers and entrepreneurs.

Ancient History

Showing all day on Thursday, May 31

In the 19th century and the early part of the 20th -century, archaeologists began unearthing evidence of many ancient civilizations across the planet ... Civilizations that left behind remarkable ruins. Because they were ancient, they were often viewed as primitive ... And because the writers of history and archeology came from countries embroiled in war, these early civilizations were most often interpreted almost exclusively in terms of war, invasion and conquest. Now, in the new series Ancient History, you will see these civilizations in a new light and appreciate their accomplishments afresh. Shot in stunning High Definition! Hosted by Globe Trekker's Zay Harding.

California

Showing all day on Friday, June 1

California has been shaped by tectonic plate activity and volcanic action and is a region isolated from the rest of the country. As a result, it is a region of distinctive geologic features … With a rich and unique human history of American Indians, explorers, settlers and entrepreneurs.

Ancient History

Showing all day on Saturday, June 2

In the 19th century and the early part of the 20th -century, archaeologists began unearthing evidence of many ancient civilizations across the planet ... Civilizations that left behind remarkable ruins. Because they were ancient, they were often viewed as primitive ... And because the writers of history and archeology came from countries embroiled in war, these early civilizations were most often interpreted almost exclusively in terms of war, invasion and conquest. Now, in the new series Ancient History, you will see these civilizations in a new light and appreciate their accomplishments afresh. Shot in stunning High Definition! Hosted by Globe Trekker's Zay Harding.

California

Showing all day on Sunday, June 3

California has been shaped by tectonic plate activity and volcanic action and is a region isolated from the rest of the country. As a result, it is a region of distinctive geologic features … With a rich and unique human history of American Indians, explorers, settlers and entrepreneurs.

18th Century Turning Points in U.S. History

Showing all day on Monday, June 4

As the 18th century dawned on the North American continent, four powers, the French, the Spanish, the British and the Native Americans were competing to see who would control this remarkable land. However after half a century of almost continuous wars, a new entity emerged: The Americans. It would be the Americans not the other four powers who would control what would become the United States. In the process, the Americans created, by the end of the 18th century, the greatest experiment in self-government the world has ever seen.

A History of the U.S. Constitution

Showing all day on Tuesday, June 5

It is our nation's most revered document and a creation of mankind's enduring search for liberty and freedom. It resonates with the spirit of the times during which it was conceived and serves as a guide to an unknown and rapidly changing future. It is the United States of America's Constitution.

A History of the U.S. Constitution

Showing all day on Wednesday, June 6

It is our nation's most revered document and a creation of mankind's enduring search for liberty and freedom. It resonates with the spirit of the times during which it was conceived and serves as a guide to an unknown and rapidly changing future. It is the United States of America's Constitution.

Core Meteorology

Showing all day on Thursday, June 7

Meteorology, once the simple study of atmospheric events ... Storms ... hurricanes ... tornadoes ... And temperature changes, has grown in the 21st century to include such disciplines as atmospheric chemistry and physics, climatology and global warming.

18th Century Turning Points in U.S. History

Showing all day on Friday, June 8

As the 18th century dawned on the North American continent, four powers, the French, the Spanish, the British and the Native Americans were competing to see who would control this remarkable land. However after half a century of almost continuous wars, a new entity emerged: The Americans. It would be the Americans not the other four powers who would control what would become the United States. In the process, the Americans created, by the end of the 18th century, the greatest experiment in self-government the world has ever seen.

Great American Authors Since 1650

Showing all day on Saturday, June 9

Presented by Jane Kaczmarek, Great American Authors: 1650 to Present presents the rich, literary tradition of American storytelling...No country has produced a more impressive group of writers in a shorter period of time than America. It has been an incredible journey of finding the nation's voice, beginning with the first colonists in the 17th century to a small cadre of brilliant, 19th century, New England writers who defined the unique American experience and soul, to the whole country speaking out in the 20th Century against war, poverty, racism and alienation.

A History of Black Achievement in America

Showing all day on Sunday, June 10

This original, eight-part series documents Black Achievement in American history, its defining role in the growth of the country, and its influence on current events. Presented by James Avery, the series highlights the many contributions of Black Americans that have influenced our culture, enriched our society with their achievements, and shaped the history of the United States. It's one of the least known stories in American history. It is the story of black achievement and accomplishment. Against all odds, American blacks have built their own institutions: families, schools, churches and businesses. Against all odds, American blacks have created great art and science.... Fought heroically in every American war. Against all odds, black men and women have worked endlessly to secure their own freedom and equality. The untold Story of blacks in America is a 350-year saga of incredible achievements. This is that story.

America's National Monuments: Land of Geologic Wonders - The Pacific Northwest

Showing all day on Monday, June 11

Designated by U.S. Presidents, America's National Monuments preserve significant pieces of the country's history, ecology, geology and beauty for all Americans.

America's National Monuments: Land of Geologic Wonders - The Pacific Northwest

Showing all day on Tuesday, June 12

Designated by U.S. Presidents, America's National Monuments preserve significant pieces of the country's history, ecology, geology and beauty for all Americans.

America's National Monuments: Land of Geologic Wonders - The Pacific Northwest

Showing all day on Wednesday, June 13

Designated by U.S. Presidents, America's National Monuments preserve significant pieces of the country's history, ecology, geology and beauty for all Americans.

19th Century Turning Points in U.S. History

Showing all day on Thursday, June 14

America entered the 19th century as an agricultural nation of 16 states and 5.3 million people. By the end of the century, the nation was an industrial power of 45 states and 76 million people. This series of eight programs is chaptered into 55 stand-alone segments that highlight significant historical events, scientific milestones and cultural achievements. Historical content is delivered 'on demand' with unprecedented ease, allowing teachers and students instantaneous access to specific information.

A History of Black Achievement in America

Showing all day on Friday, June 15

This original, eight-part series documents Black Achievement in American history, its defining role in the growth of the country, and its influence on current events. Presented by James Avery, the series highlights the many contributions of Black Americans that have influenced our culture, enriched our society with their achievements, and shaped the history of the United States. It's one of the least known stories in American history. It is the story of black achievement and accomplishment. Against all odds, American blacks have built their own institutions: families, schools, churches and businesses. Against all odds, American blacks have created great art and science.... Fought heroically in every American war. Against all odds, black men and women have worked endlessly to secure their own freedom and equality. The untold Story of blacks in America is a 350-year saga of incredible achievements. This is that story.

19th Century Turning Points in U.S. History

Showing all day on Saturday, June 16

America entered the 19th century as an agricultural nation of 16 states and 5.3 million people. By the end of the century, the nation was an industrial power of 45 states and 76 million people. This series of eight programs is chaptered into 55 stand-alone segments that highlight significant historical events, scientific milestones and cultural achievements. Historical content is delivered 'on demand' with unprecedented ease, allowing teachers and students instantaneous access to specific information.