SETTING THE SCENE
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
The American Revolution
2025SERIES
Chronicles how 13 British colonies fought for independence and formed a new nation, through the experiences of soldiers, leaders, Loyalists, Native Americans, and African Americans.
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THE STORY UNFOLDS
Episodes 06
EPISODE 01In Order to Be Free (May 1754 – May 1775)
Opposition in colonial North America to British policies over taxes, land and sovereignty escalates into violent confrontation; war gives 13 colonies a common cause.
Nov 17, 2025
EPISODE 02An Asylum for Mankind (May 1775 – July 1776)
Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776.
Nov 18, 2025
EPISODE 03The Times That Try Men's Souls (July 1776 – January 1777)
British General Howe defeats General Washington, forcing the Americans to abandon New York; Washington's army regroups in New Jersey before attacking an outpost at Trenton.
Nov 19, 2025
EPISODE 04Conquer by a Drawn Game (January 1777 – February 1778)
General Howe takes Philadelphia, but the Americans' surprising victory over General Burgoyne at Saratoga encourages France to support the U.S.
Nov 20, 2025
EPISODE 05The 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.
Nov 21, 2025
EPISODE 06The Most Sacred Thing (May 1780 – Onward)
British General Cornwallis struggles to pacify the southern states; supported by the French, a victory at Yorktown secures independence for the Americans.
Nov 22, 2025
