in: Music , music showdownMay 16, 2012One Direction Vs. The Wanted: Music Showdown
by Rebecca Brayton
They’re both British-Irish boy bands with a whole lotta female fans. Join WatchMojo as we host this showdown between One Direction and The Wanted. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 20th century wars, biographies, european history, ww1, ww2April 4, 2012Sir Winston Churchill Biography: British Prime Minister's Life
by Rebecca Brayton
He was the "British Bulldog." WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of Sir Winston Churchill. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 21st century, biographies, european historyFebruary 3, 2012Queen Elizabeth II Biography: Coronation to Diamond Jubilee
by Rebecca Brayton
She is one of the world's longest-serving monarchs. WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of Queen Elizabeth II. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, biographies, european historyDecember 23, 2011Margaret Thatcher: Biography of the Iron Lady
by Rebecca Brayton
She is the "Iron Lady." WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of Britain's first female Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww2September 7, 2011World War II: How Did It End?
by Rebecca Brayton
Almost six years to the day after it began, the bloodiest war in history drew to a close. In Part 8 of our series on WWII, WatchMojo looks at the final days of the Second World War and how it finally came to an end. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww2September 6, 2011World War II: Which Countries Fought?
by Rebecca Brayton
This battle was essentially a fight between the Axis Powers and the Allied forces. In Part 3 of our series on WWII, WatchMojo finds out who was fighting whom during the Second World War. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww2September 6, 2011World War II: Important Battles
by Rebecca Brayton
This war was a series of the bloodiest battles in history. In Part 5 of our series on WWII, WatchMojo learns about some of the most important battles of World War II. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww2September 1, 2011World War II: How Did It Start?
by Rebecca Brayton
In the years that followed World War I, tensions remained between countries due to differing ideologies and belief systems. In Part 2 of our series on WWII, WatchMojo explores how and why the Second World War began. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 21st century, things you should knowApril 14, 2011Royal Weddings Past and Present: From Princess Diana to Prince William
by Rebecca Brayton
British Royal Weddings are often lavish affairs that capture the attention of the entire nation and, in some cases, the entire world. WatchMojo explores 7 things you should know about British Royal Weddings and Marriages. PLAY VIDEO

in: Lifestyle and Leisure August 16, 2010Burlesque Dancers: Immodesty Blaize
by Maya Fuhr
Credited as one of the leaders of burlesque’s resurgence, Immodesty Blaize is definitely one of today’s best known artists in the genre. WatchMojo learns more about the art form from this world-famous performer. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww1July 5, 2010World War I - Treaty of Versailles
by Rebecca Brayton
Signed in June of 1919, the Treaty of Versailles ended the state of war between Germany and the Allied Powers. In Part 4 of our series on WWI, WatchMojo learns more about the controversial Treaty of Versailles. PLAY VIDEO

in: Fashion June 29, 2010The Iconic Style of The Fred Perry Brand
by Veronica Delfino
Discover the history behind the laurel wreath and what Fred Perry almost chose as the logo instead with WatchMojo. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww1June 29, 2010World War I - How Did It End?
by Rebecca Brayton
Several key events are considered crucial in the effort to bring to a close this bloody military conflict. In Part 3 of our series on WWI, WatchMojo explores how and why the First World War ended. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, american history, world empiresJune 7, 2010The History of The American Empire
by Rebecca Brayton
The term empire may not be a technically accurate way of describing the U.S., but there is no denying this nation’s influence on the world. WatchMojo looks at the rise, and dominance of this world power. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History , 20th century, european history, world empiresMay 18, 2010The History of the British Empire
by Rebecca Brayton
Despite reaching its peak of influence at the beginning of the 20th century, this empire originated at the end of the 1400s. WatchMojo explores the rise and fall of this one-time world empire. PLAY VIDEO

in: Film September 30, 2009Ricky Gervais: Hollywood's Hottest Brit
by Rebecca Brayton
Ricky Gervais has gone on to become a world recognized comedian. In this video, we look at how Gervais got to where he is. PLAY VIDEO

in: Education July 18, 2006Salman Rushdie: One of the Most Controversial Authors of All Time
by Purna
In this WatchMojo video, we profile Salman Rushdie, who is #1 on our list of the most controversial authors of all-time. PLAY VIDEO