The American Revolution
Conquer by a Drawn Game (January 1777 – February 1778)
Directed by Sarah Botstein, Ken Burns, David P. SchmidtTV-PG
S1 • E4 Nov 19, 2025 1h 56m8.43.6
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.