Video - Epic Events and Inventions: From Civil War to Flushing Toilets

"The American Civil War, fought from 1861 to 1865, was the deadliest conflict in U.S. history. It resulted in the abolition of slavery and significantly shaped the nation's future." "The Great Fire of London in 1666 destroyed much of the city but led to a major rebuilding effort. The fire's aftermath saw the construction of many iconic structures, including St. Paul's Cathedral." "Joan of Arc, a French peasant girl, led the French army to several important victories during the Hundred Years' War. She was later captured, tried for heresy, and burned at the stake in 1431." "The first recorded use of a flushing toilet dates back to 1596, invented by Sir John Harington, an English courtier. However, it wasn't until the 19th century that flushing toilets became widespread." "The Code of Hammurabi, one of the oldest deciphered writings of significant length, dates back to around 1754 BC. This ancient Babylonian code of law established rules and punishments for various offenses, influencing legal systems throughout history."