The 5 Minute History podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by Wayne Armstrong that brings you a brief understanding of events from history in about 5 minutes. Each episode contains just the information you need to know without any of the fluff. For more information about 5 Minute History or to suggest…
London is the capital city of England and the United Kingdom and is located in the south-east of the country, standing on the river Thames around 50 miles or so from where it empties into the North Sea. The Greater London area incorporates two cities, The City of London and the City of Westminster. It …
In the seventh episode of season three of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at the history of one of the three most influential cities on the planet - London. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
London – One of the three most influential cities in the world London is the capital city of England and the United Kingdom and is located in the south-east of the country, standing on the river Thames around 50 miles or so from where it empties into the North Sea. The Greater London area incorporates … The post The History of London appeared first on 5 Minute History.
During World War I, it started to become apparent that the use of aircraft was going to revolutionise warfare. Of course, humankind had been able to fly since the Montgolfier brothers took to the air in their hot air balloon, the first tethered test of which with a pilot onboard took place towards the end …
In the sixth episode of season three of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at the history of the fighter aircraft. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet During World War I it started to become apparent that the use of aircraft was going to revolutionise warfare. Of course, humankind had been able to fly since the Montgolfier brothers took to the air in their hot air balloon, the first tethered test of which with a pilot on board … The post The History of Fighter Aircraft appeared first on 5 Minute History.
In the fifth episode of season three of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at the history that most of us use on a regular basis - supermarkets. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
Most people are used to the idea of going to the supermarket to do their weekly grocery shop. Supermarkets are convenient and have most of the things that we are likely to need for the week all in one place, including tinned goods, fresh vegetables, fish and meat and probably even a bakery and deli …
The History of Supermarkets Most people are used to the idea of going to the supermarket to do their weekly grocery shop. Supermarkets are convenient and have most of the things that we are likely to need for the week all in one place, including tinned goods, fresh vegetables, fish and meat and probably even … The post The History of Supermarkets appeared first on 5 Minute History.
In the fourth episode of season three of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at the history something that most people own multiple pairs of - shoes. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
It has been estimated that the global footwear industry will be worth approximately $320 billion by 2023. It is an industry that continues to grow and diversify into many different sub-sectors. There are shoes that protect our feet from pain and injury and there are shoes that help us improve our performance. There are shoes …
It has been estimated that the global footwear industry will be worth approximately $320 billion by 2023. It is an industry that continues to grow and diversify into many different sub-sectors. There are shoes that protect our feet from pain and injury and there are shoes that help us improve our performance. There are shoes … The post The History of Shoes appeared first on 5 Minute History.
As everyone probably knows, coffee is a hot drink, which is quite bitter until you add milk and sugar and which acts as a mild stimulant, with many of us claiming that we can't function until we have had the first cup of the day. In modern times it has come to be presented in …
In the third episode of season three of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at the history of everyone's favourite legal stimulant - coffee. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
The History of Coffee As everyone probably knows, coffee is a hot drink, which is quite bitter until you add milk and sugar and which acts as a mild stimulant, with many of us claiming that we can’t function until we have had the first cup of the day. In modern times it has come … The post The History of Coffee appeared first on 5 Minute History.
The Boeing Company, which is commonly referred to by most people as just Boeing is mainly known as a designer, manufacturer and supplier of aircraft to both the civil and military aviation industry and is also involved in the manufacture and supply of defence, space and telecommunications systems worldwide. The history of Boeing began in …
In the second episode of season three of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at the history of America's second-biggest exporter - Boeing. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
Boeing 777X The Boeing Company, which is commonly referred to by most people as just Boeing is mainly known as a designer, manufacturer and supplier of aircraft to both the civil and military aviation industry and is also involved in the manufacture and supply of defence, space and telecommunications systems worldwide. The history of Boeing … The post The History of Boeing appeared first on 5 Minute History.
Currently sitting under the Department of Homeland Security, the United States Secret Service now performs duties that are far removed from its original purpose. During the latter half of the 19th century, approximately 35% of all currency in circulation in the United States was counterfeit. The government wanted to do something about the problem and so …
In the first episode of season three of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at the history of the United States Secret Service. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
United States Secret Service – Presidential Protection Currently sitting under the Department of Homeland Security, the United States Secret Service now performs duties that are far removed from its original purpose. During the latter half of the 19th century, approximately 35% of all currency in circulation in the United States was counterfeit. The government wanted … The post The History of the United States Secret Service appeared first on 5 Minute History.
It is probably worth noting that the idea of the cinema was not created by a single person but rather evolved from one thing to another. This started with the Kinetoscope, the first prototype for which was demonstrated by the Edison Company in 1891. The machine showed a series of still images in rapid succession …
In the tenth episode of season two of 5 Minute History, we take a brief look at the history of cinema.
It is probably worth noting that the idea of the cinema was not created by a single person but rather evolved from one thing to another. This started with the Kinetoscope, the first prototype for which was demonstrated by the Edison Company in 1891. The machine showed a series of still images in rapid succession … The post The History of Cinema appeared first on 5 Minute History.
Enzo Ferrari was the youngest child of Alfredo Ferrari who was a metal fabricator. He was born in Modena near Bologna, Italy in February 1898 and although growing up with little in the way of formal education, by the age of ten he knew he wanted to be a race car driver after he witnessed …
In the ninth episode of season two of 5 Minute History, we take a brief look at the history of one of the most exclusive car manufacturers and one of formula one's most successful racing teams - Ferrari
Enzo Ferrari was the youngest child of Alfredo Ferrari who was a metal fabricator. He was born in Modena near Bologna, Italy in February 1898 and although growing up with little in the way of formal education, by the age of ten he knew he wanted to be a race car driver after he witnessed … The post The History of Ferrari appeared first on 5 Minute History.
It may surprise you to know that although the idea of wearing a layer of clothing beneath our outerwear now seems ubiquitous in most cultures, it hasn't been with us forever. The earliest form of underwear is probably the loincloth, examples of which have been found in Japanese and Hawaiian culture dating back around 7000 …
In episode 8 of season 2 of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a look at a necessary category of clothing that has been around for at least 7000 years - underwear.
It may surprise you to know that although the idea of wearing a layer of clothing beneath our outerwear now seems ubiquitous in most cultures, it hasn’t been with us forever. The earliest form of underwear is probably the loincloth, examples of which have been found in Japanese and Hawaiian culture dating back around 7000 … The post The History of Underwear appeared first on 5 Minute History.
In season 2, episode 7 of the 5 Minute History podcast we take a quick look at the history of an often misunderstood but nonetheless popular storytelling genre - science fiction.
There are a couple of problems with coming up with a short history of science fiction. The first is that the subject is quite diverse in terms of media. Should we look at science fiction books, science fiction television shows, or science fiction movies? How about science fiction radio series, or even podcasts? The second … The post The History of Science Fiction appeared first on 5 Minute History.
In the sixth episode of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a look at the history of a piece of technology that is a weapon of war but also a tool used by explorers and enables humans to travel to places on earth that are otherwise inaccessible - the submarine.
[POWERPRESS] Submarines are one of the more recent military advancements, coming to prominence during the first World War and maintaining a presence in the majority of developed naval fleets ever since. In essence, a submarine, as the name may suggest is a watercraft that allows the crew to submerge and sail under the water. During … The post The History of the Submarine appeared first on 5 Minute History.
In the fifth episode of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a look at the history of something that started out as an alcoholic beverage as long ago as the 15th century in South America and turned into something that adults and children alike love to consume on a regular basis all over the world - chocolate.
Although it has been a much-loved delicacy that seems to have been around forever, most of the world, and especially Europe has been slow to catch on to the wonder that is chocolate. The fermentation of cacao beans into an alcoholic beverage has been going on since at least 1400 BC, with scientific analysis of … The post The History of Chocolate appeared first on 5 Minute History.
In the fourth episode of season 2 of the 5 Minute History podcast we take a look at the history of a group of warriors who are credited with creating the forerunner to our modern banking system - The Knights Templar. Please subscribe if you enjoy the show and check out the website at www.5minutehistory.com You can also find the 5 Minute History YouTube channel at www.5minutehistory.com/youtube/
The Knights Templar was one of the most renowned military organisations of early-modern times, credited with inventing a modern system of banking and gaining a near immeasurable level of wealth as a result. The organisation has also been romanticised in popular culture, with novels such as Dan Brown’s Da Vinci Code making reference to them, … The post The History of the Knights Templar appeared first on 5 Minute History.
In the third episode of season 2 of the 5 Minute History podcast we take a look at the history of what is now one of the World's leading makers of video game consoles and software - Nintendo. Please subscribe if you enjoy the show and check out the website at www.5minutehistory.com You can also find the 5 Minute History YouTube channel at www.5minutehistory.com/youtube/
Today, when people think of Nintendo the first things that come to mind are consoles such as the Wii and the Switch. Maybe popular video games come to mind also such as Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda and of course Pokemon. However, the Nintendo company came into being way before the electronic age that … The post The History of Nintendo appeared first on 5 Minute History.
In the second episode of season 2 of the 5 Minute History podcast we take a look at the history of what has been described as the most dangerous motorsport in the world - The History of the World Water Speed Record. Please subscribe if you enjoy the show and check out the website at www.5minutehistory.com You can also find the 5 Minute History YouTube channel at www.5minutehistory.com/youtube/
The World Water Speed Record is currently governed by the Union International Motonautique and is considered by many to be one of the most dangerous competitions in motorsport. In fact, since 1940 attempts to gain the record have claimed the lives of 85% of those who tried. The record currently stands at 317mph, which was … The post The History of the World Water Speed Record appeared first on 5 Minute History.
In the first episode of season 2 of the 5 Minute History podcast. We take a look at the history of the football (soccer) World Cup. Please subscribe if you enjoy the show and check out the website at www.5minutehistory.com
Football (or soccer to those of you reading this who are not from Europe) can date its origins back to 1863 England when a split occurred between association Football and rugby football and the Football Association was formed. It didn’t take long before the idea of an international game came about and the first of … The post The History of the Football World Cup appeared first on 5 Minute History.
In the 15th episode of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at the history of the Nobel Prize. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
In the 14th episode of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at an event that signalled one of the most important advances in medicine - the first human heart transplant. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
In the 13th episode of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at Captain Cook's discovery of Hawaii in 1778. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
In the 12th episode of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at a speech given by President Abraham Lincoln at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery in Gettysburg on 19 November 1863, a speech which has come to be known as The Gettysburg Address. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
In the 11th episode of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at the invention of the World Wide Web. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
In the tenth episode of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at the failed attempt to assassinate King James I of England in 1605 - the event has since become known as The Gunpowder Plot. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
In the ninth episode of the 5 Minute History podcast, we take a brief look at events that began on 29 October 1929 with the great stock market crash, an event that would ultimately lead to The Great Depression - that day has become known as Black Tuesday. If you enjoy the show and would like to show your support, please consider buying me a coffee at http://www.5minutehistory.com/coffee/ - thanks!
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