in: Politics and History, 20th century, 20th century wars, 21st century, american history, asian history, european history, lists, top 10May 17, 2013Top 10 Places Fighting for Independence
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
These are all aspiring nations. Join WatchMojo as we count down our picks for the top 10 places fighting for independence. For this list, we’ve chosen regions, groups, or places that are fighting to separate from the countries to which they belong, or w PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, 21st century, african history, american history, asian history, european history, lists, mideast history, top 10May 9, 2013Top 10 Influential Political Leaders of the Last Century
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
They made history. In this WatchMojo video, we take a look at 10 influential political leaders of the last century. PLAY VIDEO

in: Film, 20th century, 21st century, american history, asian history, european history, lists, top 10May 6, 2013Top 10 Televised Events of All Time
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
Thanks to this medium of telecommunication, we’ll never forget when these happened. In this WatchMojo video, we count down our picks for the top 10 televised events. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, 21st century, american history, asian history, european history, lists, top 10April 19, 2013Top 10 Man-Made Disasters
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
These incidents may not have been intentional, but they were definitely our fault. Join WatchMojo as we count down our picks for the top 10 most infamous man-made disasters. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 21st century, african history, american history, asian history, european history, lists, top 10December 13, 2012Top 10 Stories of 2012: Year in Review
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
Between dancing like PSY, and calling Carly Rae Jepsen (maybe), 2012 was a busy year: WatchMojo counts down our picks for the top 10 news stories of 2012. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, american history, asian history, european history, lists, top 10, world religionsNovember 16, 2012Top 10 Cults
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
These groups made headlines due to their belief in a higher power. Join WatchMojo as we count down ten of the world's most well-known cults. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, 21st century, asian history, mideast historyOctober 11, 2012Iran History: 20th Century and Beyond
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
In this video, WatchMojo traces the history of Iran from the end of the Persian Empire to the Pahlavi Dynasty, the last Shah and Mahmoud Ahmadinejad's regime in the twenty-first century. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, 21st century, american history, asian historyMarch 16, 2012Top 10 Infamous Natural Disasters of the Last 100 Years
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
These events proved the awesome and destructive power of nature. WatchMojo counts down our picks for the Top 10 Infamous Natural Disasters of the Last 100 Years. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, african history, american history, asian history, european history, lists, mideast history, top 10February 21, 2012Top 10 Political Assassinations of the 20th Century
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
Their opinions cost them their lives, and caused ripple effects that forever changed history. WatchMojo counts down ten of the most significant political assassinations of the twentieth century. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, asian historyJanuary 20, 2012Learn About Chinese New Year: Rituals, Food, Family
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
This is the most important traditional Chinese holiday, and it is typified by dragon and lion dances, fireworks, food and family. WatchMojo takes a look at the cultural and historical significance of Chinese New year. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 21st century, african history, american history, asian history, european history, mideast history, moments in musicDecember 22, 2011Year in Review: 2011
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
2011 was a busy year, filled with worldwide protests, important milestones, significant deaths and inspirational comebacks. WatchMojo recaps the year that was: 2011. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 21st century, african history, asian history, european history, mideast historyDecember 20, 2011Arab Spring: Protests in Tunisia, Libya, Egypt and More
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
When a Tunisian street vendor set himself on fire to protest government corruption, he started a widespread series of uprisings. WatchMojo tracks the inception and rise of the Arab Spring movement from Tunisia, to Libya, Egypt and beyond. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 21st century, american history, asian history, european history, mideast historyDecember 12, 2011Iraq War: Timeline, Beginning and End
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
Though the Iraq War officially began on March 20th, 2003, it was decades in the making. WatchMojo looks back at the events that led to the invasion of Iraq, as well as some of the key dates and events that occurred during this conflict. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, 20th century wars, asian history, european history, world empiresDecember 5, 2011Russia History: 20th Century
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
In this video, WatchMojo traces the history of Russia from the Russian Revolution to the birth and collapse of the Soviet Union and the creation of the Russian Federation during the twentieth century. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, 21st century, asian history, world empiresOctober 3, 2011The History and Rise of China
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
Through cultural revolutions, communism and dictatorships. this country has emerged with the fastest-growing economy in the world. WatchMojo outlines the history and rise of China as a global power. PLAY VIDEO

in: Auto, asian history, automakers, company profilesSeptember 23, 2011Honda Motor Company: Motorcycles to the Civic and Accord
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
Though this company is famous for its cars, it actually started as a motorcycle manufacturer. WatchMojo takes a look at the history of the Honda Motor Company, from its popular motorcycles to the Civic and the Accord. PLAY VIDEO

in: Politics and History, 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww2September 8, 2011World War II: The Aftermath
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
This war left many countries devastated and influenced generations of life. In Part 9 of our series on WWII, WatchMojo takes a look at the aftermath of World War II. 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?
hosted 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: Tactics, Weapons and the Holocaust
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
A number of new technologies and ideologies came forth during this battle that made war deadlier than ever before. In Part 6 of our series on WWII, WatchMojo explores some of the tactics and weapons used. 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?
hosted 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
hosted 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?
hosted 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, 20th century, 20th century wars, american history, asian history, european history, ww2August 4, 2011World War II: Nuclear Bombings of Japan
hosted by Rebecca Brayton
These were the only instances where nuclear weapons were used as a wartime measure. In Part 7 of our series on WWII, WatchMojo learns more about the atomic bombings of Japan during World War II. 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, 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