"If history were taught in stories, it would never be forgotten"
--Rudyard Kipling

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At a Glance

1. Most stories are from Arthur Mee's 1000 Heroes. A new story will post each weekday.

2. Listen or read. It's free!

3. Create your own World Story Book (Details)

4. Keep learning!

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Greece / Rome / Italy

December 2021

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Arabia / Islam / The Crusades

March 2022

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Germany / Russia / Eastern Europe

June 2022

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France / Canada / Switzerland

January 2022

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Africa /
Ancient Egypt

April 2022

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Overview 1
 

July 2022

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Holy Land / The Middle East

February 2022

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Latin
America

May 2022

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Overview 2
 

August 2022