Providence
The history and geography of Providence, Rhode Island's capital. Key features, such as the downtown financial district and the first Baptist church, are pointed out as we drive past or through them.
Playing time: 6 min
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State House, Providence
Shows Rhode Island's State House and surroundings in Providence, and talks about the history and construction of the building.
Playing time: 3 min
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Newport old town
A drive through the historic areas of Newport, which was first settled in 1639. Key features shown include the first synagogue, the first Quaker meeting house, and 18th century buildings. The video explains how and why the settlement was built, and its development since then.
Playing time: 7 min
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Newport in the Gilded Age
This video takes you through the Belleview Historic District of Newport, and explains how it was built up during the Gilded Age. Gilded Age mansions shown include The Breakers, belonging to the Vanderbilts, Chateau-sur-Mer, and The Marble House.
Playing time: 7 min
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Newport, 1900
Historic footage of Newport taken from a boat in 1900.
Playing time: 1 min
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The history of America
An introductory video about the history of America, from Native American peoples to the present day, through early settlers, colonial times, revolution and independence, Civil War, the Gilded Age, Immigration, the Great Depression, and more. Designed to support our 'History of America' book.
Playing time: 15 min
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