Research Guides: History (General): Find Video & Audio

Streaming Video

Archival Films and Newsreels Video Collection This link opens in a new window
The Archival Films & Newsreels Video Collection provides access to archival and historical films from multiple sources, including the WPA Film Library, the Prelinger Archives, the National Archives and Records Administration, and the United and Universal Newsreel collections. Find films related to news, world and American history, politics, the arts and sciences, and primary source footage from the late 1800s to the present.

Films On Demand: History Video Collection
Films on Demand provides streaming access to thousands of videos on topics related to history. Content includes educational videos, lectures, documentaries, and news footage.
Kanopy: History - Ancient
Kanopy provides access to thousands of full length documentaries, educational videos, and theatrical films. Use this link to browse ancient history videos on Kanopy.
Kanopy: History - Military
Kanopy provides access to thousands of full length documentaries, educational videos, and theatrical films. Use this link to browse military history videos on Kanopy.
Kanopy: History - Modern
Kanopy provides access to thousands of full length documentaries, educational videos, and theatrical films. Use this link to browse modern history videos on Kanopy.

Naxos Spoken Word Library This link opens in a new window
Naxos AudioBooks is a leading spoken word label, producing around 30 new titles a year and concentrating largely on literary classics and educational themes. The online Naxos Spoken Word Library offers Naxos AudioBooks' full range of recordings, many of which can also be followed using the texts on screen. Also included are Naxos Educational products, which focus closely on the background to operas and the lives of great composers. All the recordings are illustrated with music from the unrivalled Naxos catalogue.