The American Revolution
Miniseries
TV-PG
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Ken Burns' six-part film on the American Revolution.
Where to Watch The American Revolution • Miniseries
6 Episodes
- The Times That Try Men's Souls (July 1776 – January 1777)
E3The Times That Try Men's Souls (July 1776 – January 1777)The Revolution, now a war for American independence, faces its toughest challenge yet as General Washington tries to defend New York City from invasion by sea. The resulting Battle of Long Island is a huge defeat for the Americans, who narrowly escape and spend the next several months on the run. In late December, Washington's army regroups and prepares to attack an outpost in Trenton, New Jersey. - Conquer by a Drawn Game (January 1777 – February 1778)
E4Conquer by a Drawn Game (January 1777 – February 1778)As America braces for a third year of war, British commanders launch campaigns to take Albany and Philadelphia. General Howe beats General Washington at Brandywine and Germantown, while the Continental Congress flees Philadelphia. However, the Americans' victory over General Burgoyne at Saratoga opens the door for France to officially support the US. - The Soul of All America (December 1777 – May 1780)
E5The Soul of All America (December 1777 – May 1780)The French-American alliance changes the war and moves it to other theaters; navies battle off England and in the Caribbean, while armies advance in Indian Country and the South; the British take Charleston.
