Chapter 1
The world in motion
Chapter 2
Page and stage
Chapter 3
The birth of Hollywood and pop tunes
Chapter 4
Marvels of the modern age
YOUR GOAL
Master of The world of 1910
Ch 1 · The world in motion
schopenhauer The World in Motion
We're lining up at the Picturedrome to see the world in motion
schopenhauer Four separate colonies united under a single flag, laying the groundwork for a troubled century.
schopenhauer Decades of dictatorship sparked a massive national uprising that redefined Mexican society.
BETA
schopenhauer Swipe through 1910 trivia to discover how wireless technology helped arrest Dr. Crippen.
Fun Fact
Comet party: In 1910, some hotels hosted 'comet parties' on their roofs so guests could watch the comet pass while drinking champagne.
Glossary
newsreel (noun)
A short film of recent news and events, formerly shown in movie theaters. In June 1910, Pathé's Animated Gazette launched in Britain, establishing the first regularly scheduled newsreel.
A short film of recent news and events, formerly shown in movie theaters. In June 1910, Pathé's Animated Gazette launched in Britain, establishing the first regularly scheduled newsreel.
Quiz
What toxic chemical did anxious citizens fear would poison Earth's atmosphere during the 1910 comet pass?
Quiz
Which cosmic event caused widespread panic in May 1910 due to fears of toxic gas?
Quiz
Which nation was officially formed on May 31, 1910, by uniting four British colonies?
Quiz
Which famous American author died in April 1910, precisely when Halley's Comet returned as he predicted?
Quiz
Who was the long-serving Mexican president ousted as a result of the revolution that began in 1910?
Quiz
On which date in 1910 did Francisco I. Madero call for an armed revolt, starting the Mexican Revolution?
Quiz
Which newly invented communication technology was used to catch the fugitive Dr. Crippen in 1910?
Quiz
Which legendary Russian author of 'War and Peace' died at a remote railway station in November 1910?