History in Slow German
Welcome to ”History in Slow German” the podcast that delves into significant events of world history, all presented in slow, clear German. If you’re learning German and want to explore both the language and historical narratives, this is the perfect podcast for you! In this podcast series, we explore key moments and pivotal turning points that have left a lasting impact on the world we know today. From dramatic events in ancient history to the political upheavals of the 20th century, we take you on a captivating journey through history. Our episodes are designed with German learners in mind. We speak at a deliberate pace and provide explanations for specialized vocabulary to ensure that you comprehend every moment. Immerse yourself in the past, improve your German language skills, and discover how historical events have shaped our world. Subscribe to ”History in Slow German” now, and get ready to experience history in a whole new way.
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Sunday Jan 21, 2024
Sunday Jan 21, 2024
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Today, we journey to the year 1692 and immerse ourselves in the Salem Witch Trials. A series of hearings and prosecutions in the Massachusetts Colony reflecting mass hysteria and paranoia, leading to the execution of several individuals accused of witchcraft.
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Friday Jan 19, 2024
Friday Jan 19, 2024
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Today, we travel back to the year 1868 and explore the Meiji Restoration. A historic moment marking the restoration of imperial rule in Japan, the end of the shogunate, and the beginning of modernization and industrialization.
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Friday Jan 19, 2024
Friday Jan 19, 2024
Today, we journey to the year 1917 and delve into the Zimmermann Telegram—a secret diplomatic communication proposing a military alliance between Germany and Mexico during World War I, playing a role in the United States' entry into the war.
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Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
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Today, we journey back to the year 1896 and explore the Battle of Adwa. A historic moment where Ethiopia secured victory over Italian forces, preserving its independence and challenging European notions of African inferiority during the age of imperialism.
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Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
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Today, we delve into the history of the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863. An executive order by U.S. President Abraham Lincoln, it declared enslaved individuals in Confederate states free.
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Monday Jan 15, 2024
Monday Jan 15, 2024
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Today, we enter a dark chapter of Chinese history—the Cultural Revolution from 1966 to 1976. A socio-political movement led by Mao Zedong, it aimed to eliminate perceived bourgeois elements and promote communist ideology.
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Saturday Jan 13, 2024
Saturday Jan 13, 2024
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Today, we take you on a journey into the history of the Louisiana Purchase of 1803. The acquisition of a vast territory in North America by the United States from France doubled the size of the young nation.
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Saturday Jan 13, 2024
Saturday Jan 13, 2024
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Today, we delve into the history of the Gunpowder Plot of 1605—an attempt by English Catholics to blow up the Parliament building and assassinate King James I, foiled on November 5. This event significantly shaped anti-Catholic sentiments in England.
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Friday Jan 12, 2024
Friday Jan 12, 2024
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Today, we embark on a journey into the history of the Opium Wars. These conflicts between China and Western powers, especially Britain, revolved around trade imbalances and the illicit opium trade, resulting in territorial losses and economic changes in China.
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Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
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Today, we delve into the history of the Nuremberg Trials, held from 1945 to 1946. These international military tribunals prosecuted key figures of Germany for war crimes, laying the groundwork for subsequent trials and the development of international law.
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