in: Politics and History, 21st century, american history, american presidents, biographiesJuly 29, 2011Biography of Barack Obama: Life and Accomplishments
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
He was the United States’ first black president. WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of the 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 21st century, american history, american presidents, biographiesJuly 5, 2011George W. Bush Bio: From the Military to the White House
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
He is best known as Dubya. WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of the 43rd President of the United States, George W. Bush. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, african history, american history, asian history, european history, ww2February 21, 2011The United Nations: History and Functions
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
Founded in 1945, this international organization is committed to world peace and safety, as well economic development and social advancement. WatchMojo learns about the history and functions of the United Nations. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, american history, american presidents, biographiesFebruary 7, 2011Abraham Lincoln: Life and Death
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
His many nicknames included the Great Emancipator and Honest Abe. WatchMojo learns more about the life, accomplishments and assassination of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, american history, american presidents, biographiesFebruary 2, 2011Ronald Reagan: Life and Death of a President
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
He was nicknamed The Gipper, Teflon Ron and The Great Communicator. WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of the 40th President of the United States, Ronald Reagan. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww2December 2, 2010World War II: Attack on Pearl Harbor - History
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
This event spurred the United States into joining the Second World War. In Part 4 of our series on WWII, WatchMojo learns more about the years leading up to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, and about the results of this historic event. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, american historyNovember 5, 2010What is Veterans Day
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
World War I finally ended after four years of battle on November 11th, 1918, with the signing of an armistice. WatchMojo learns more about Veterans Day, and how this important occasion is honored throughout the world. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, american historyNovember 5, 2010Branches Of The U.S. Military
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
The United States military is one of the world's largest, and is steeped in history and tradition. WatchMojo explores the differences between the five branches of the U.S. armed forces. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, american historyOctober 21, 2010The History of The Statue of Liberty
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
Dedicated to the United States by the people of France on October 28th, 1886, the Statue of Liberty has come to embody the ideals of freedom, justice and new beginnings. WatchMojo explores the history of this iconic monument. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww1July 26, 2010World War I - Weapons and Technology
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
While they may seem primitive now, the weapons of World War I completely revolutionized warfare. In Part 6 of our series on WWI, WatchMojo profiles the weapons and technology used in the First World War. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww1July 12, 2010World War I - The Aftermath
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
As a direct result of the First World War, over 16 million people across the world lost their lives. In Part 5 of our series on WWI, WatchMojo explores this and other lasting effects of the war. 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
hosted 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: Politics and History, 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww1June 29, 2010World War I - How Did It End?
hosted 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, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww1June 21, 2010World War I - Which Countries Fought
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
In Part 2 of our series on WWI, WatchMojo finds out who was fighting whom during the First World War. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww1June 14, 2010World War I - How Did It Start?
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
The murder of Archduke Franz Ferdinand is credited with sparking the war, though a battle was inevitable. In Part 1 of our series on WWI, WatchMojo explores how and why the First World War began. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, american history, world empiresJune 7, 2010The History of The American Empire
hosted 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, american historyMay 3, 2010The History of Waterways in the U.S. and Canada
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
WatchMojo learns more about the historical significance of canals to the development of the U.S. and Canada, and how a sailing-canal boat connected these two countries. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, american history, author interviewsJanuary 18, 2010Vintage New York City
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
Author Edward Rutherford tells us what he learned about the history of New York through researching his novel of the same name. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 21st century, american historyDecember 18, 20092000s Decade Recap - Politics
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
Wars, terrorist attacks, environmental disasters and recession went on to make this one of the worst decades in history. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, american history, american presidents, biographiesNovember 18, 2009Profile: President John F. Kennedy
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
WatchMojo learns more about the life and accomplishments of the 35th President of the United States, John Fitzgerald Kennedy. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, american historyJuly 29, 2009The California Gold Rush
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
We look back at the California Gold Rush and finds out about its rich history. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, american historyDecember 20, 2007The Washington Monument
hosted by Christine
We profile the Washington Monument PLAY VIDEO

in: Business and Technology, american history, biographies, company profilesMarch 25, 2011Apple History: the Home Computer to the iPod, iPhone and iPad
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
This company is credited with inventing the home computer, and also brought us the iPod, iPhone and iPad. WatchMojo learns more about the origins and history of Apple. PLAY VIDEO