Born in New York to an Irish mother and Spanish father, de Valera spearheaded the Irish nationalist movement, spawning a violent struggle for independence from Britain. An active revolutionary from 1913, he became president of Sinn Fein in 1918 and in 1937 made his country a "sovereign" state renamed Eire.

The unexpected rise and extended reign of Elizabeth of York unfolds in the turbulent modern history of the English monarchy.

You’ll learn along with the Biz Kid$ about the power of starting a savings plan early in life. You’ll also discover various savings and investing options available to young people. See what a pro rodeo rider, a 12-year-old inventor, and the most successful teen podcaster all have in common. (HINT: they save $$$)

When is a job more than a job? The Biz Kid$ look at what it takes to find your true calling. You’ll learn ways to start exploring careers. The kids talk to Nike's top shoe designer and The Reptile Man to find out how they got their start and how they keep achieving their dreams. From firefighters to a glass blowing intern... you’ll see the range of possibilities is endless.

Profiling the cold cases of missing children; Internet safety tips; Advice for children and teens about emergency contacts and safety skills.

Profiling the cold cases of missing children; Internet safety tips; Advice for children and teens about emergency contacts and safety skills.

Born a peasant in a medieval society, Mao rose to become dictator of a modern Communist state. This is the record of a revolutionary life that leaves an ideological legacy to this day.

The American divorcee and former King of England are profiled as well as the Duke of Windsor's niece and Queen of England.

He called himself "Chief of Spain by grace of God." He was the intensely religious dictator who dominated Spanish life for a quarter-century, as if he were a king.

Wife to Argentinean strongman Juan Peron, Evita Peron held the promise of wealth in one hand, and, in the other, the whip that she used on a nation that worshipped her.

The history of modern Cuba was molded by the aristocrat's son who became the guiding force behind the Communist revolution.

He was a minor government functionary in the Ukraine who dedicated his talents to the Communist party. This is the record of his ruthless rise to leadership and his dismal last days.

A look at France's most outspoken and controversial politician. Many consider Le Pen to be a racist and a threat to democracy, but he shocked France when he came in second in the presidential elections in 2002. The far-right leader of the National Front party has been convicted on charges of inciting racial hatred and Holocaust denial. Yet he appeals to a wide range of people who admire his brilliance as a speaker and his willingness to rock the establishment.

Yitzhak Rabin's life mirrored that of his nation. From Israel's fight for independence to the wars for survival, he was always there on the frontline, and stood out as a superb tactician and strategist. Yet, his greatest vision and risk came late in life when he traveled the road of reconciliation with Palestine before his assassination.

Born in New York to an Irish mother and Spanish father, de Valera spearheaded the Irish nationalist movement, spawning a violent struggle for independence from Britain. An active revolutionary from 1913, he became president of Sinn Fein in 1918 and in 1937 made his country a "sovereign" state renamed Eire.

The unexpected rise and extended reign of Elizabeth of York unfolds in the turbulent modern history of the English monarchy.

A study of the towering 18th-century Tsar who modernized Russia, but who often resorted to astounding cruelty to do it. Historians describe how Peter brought science, culture, and medicine to Russia, but convicted his own son of treason.

Profile of Emperor Hirohito of Japan and his reign during WWII. Covers the dazzling sights and sounds of his enthronement, his status as a god-like figure worshipped by all Japanese people, and his post-war efforts to democratize one of the world's oldest cultures.

Born a peasant in a medieval society, Mao rose to become dictator of a modern Communist state. This is the record of a revolutionary life that leaves an ideological legacy to this day.

The American divorcee and former King of England are profiled as well as the Duke of Windsor's niece and Queen of England.

He called himself "Chief of Spain by grace of God." He was the intensely religious dictator who dominated Spanish life for a quarter-century, as if he were a king.

Wife to Argentinean strongman Juan Peron, Evita Peron held the promise of wealth in one hand, and, in the other, the whip that she used on a nation that worshipped her.

The history of modern Cuba was molded by the aristocrat's son who became the guiding force behind the Communist revolution.

He was a minor government functionary in the Ukraine who dedicated his talents to the Communist party. This is the record of his ruthless rise to leadership and his dismal last days.

A look at France's most outspoken and controversial politician. Many consider Le Pen to be a racist and a threat to democracy, but he shocked France when he came in second in the presidential elections in 2002. The far-right leader of the National Front party has been convicted on charges of inciting racial hatred and Holocaust denial. Yet he appeals to a wide range of people who admire his brilliance as a speaker and his willingness to rock the establishment.

Yitzhak Rabin's life mirrored that of his nation. From Israel's fight for independence to the wars for survival, he was always there on the frontline, and stood out as a superb tactician and strategist. Yet, his greatest vision and risk came late in life when he traveled the road of reconciliation with Palestine before his assassination.

Born in New York to an Irish mother and Spanish father, de Valera spearheaded the Irish nationalist movement, spawning a violent struggle for independence from Britain. An active revolutionary from 1913, he became president of Sinn Fein in 1918 and in 1937 made his country a "sovereign" state renamed Eire.

The unexpected rise and extended reign of Elizabeth of York unfolds in the turbulent modern history of the English monarchy.

A study of the towering 18th-century Tsar who modernized Russia, but who often resorted to astounding cruelty to do it. Historians describe how Peter brought science, culture, and medicine to Russia, but convicted his own son of treason.

Profile of Emperor Hirohito of Japan and his reign during WWII. Covers the dazzling sights and sounds of his enthronement, his status as a god-like figure worshipped by all Japanese people, and his post-war efforts to democratize one of the world's oldest cultures.

Born a peasant in a medieval society, Mao rose to become dictator of a modern Communist state. This is the record of a revolutionary life that leaves an ideological legacy to this day.

The American divorcee and former King of England are profiled as well as the Duke of Windsor's niece and Queen of England.

He called himself "Chief of Spain by grace of God." He was the intensely religious dictator who dominated Spanish life for a quarter-century, as if he were a king.

Wife to Argentinean strongman Juan Peron, Evita Peron held the promise of wealth in one hand, and, in the other, the whip that she used on a nation that worshipped her.

The history of modern Cuba was molded by the aristocrat's son who became the guiding force behind the Communist revolution.

He was a minor government functionary in the Ukraine who dedicated his talents to the Communist party. This is the record of his ruthless rise to leadership and his dismal last days.

A look at France's most outspoken and controversial politician. Many consider Le Pen to be a racist and a threat to democracy, but he shocked France when he came in second in the presidential elections in 2002. The far-right leader of the National Front party has been convicted on charges of inciting racial hatred and Holocaust denial. Yet he appeals to a wide range of people who admire his brilliance as a speaker and his willingness to rock the establishment.

Yitzhak Rabin's life mirrored that of his nation. From Israel's fight for independence to the wars for survival, he was always there on the frontline, and stood out as a superb tactician and strategist. Yet, his greatest vision and risk came late in life when he traveled the road of reconciliation with Palestine before his assassination.