They're Watching You! | The History of the Illuminati

What do Henry Kissinger, Queen Elizabeth, David Rockefeller, and arms magnate Basil Zaharoff have in common? They’ve all been accused of being members of the mysterious Illuminati cult. Now, we take a look at the history of an organization so steeped in mystery, that it has spawned endless conspiracy theories over the years. This video is episode 12 from the series The Real History of Secret Societies, presented by Richard Spence. Learn more about the Illuminati at https://www.wondrium.com/youtube 00:00 Adam Weishaupt Leads Secret Society Meeting in 1776 02:17 Illuminati Imagery Embedded in Popular Culture 03:34 Origins of the Term "Illuminati" 06:52 How Exposure Helped the Illuminati 07:22 Who Was Adam Weishaupt? 14:28 Illuminati Members Were Not Equal or Free 17:35 How Did Weishaupt's Plan Work in Practice? 21:04 Illuminati Cults in Middle East, Spain, and France 25:00 The Illuminati in Literature and Pop Culture ------------------------------------------- The Great Courses is the global leader in lifelong learning and our video-on-demand service The Great Courses Plus gives you unlimited, uninterrupted access to a world of learning anytime and anywhere you want it. With courses on thousands of topics, you are sure to find something that will ignite your curiosity and invigorate your passion for learning. Enjoy a curated sampling of our full catalog of content by subscribing to our YouTube channel. We add new history, science, and math videos every week. ------------------------------------------- Read articles from the smartest experts in their fields: https://www.thegreatcoursesdaily.com Find us on all our social channels: -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wondrium -Twitter: http://twitter.com/wondrium -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wondrium ------------------------------------------- #illuminati #secretsocieties #mysterycults