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The American Revolution
Episode 6: Introduction
The idea of America, rooted in the American Revolution, is the belief in possibility. Everyone on both sides of the war, even those who were denied ownership of themselves, saw an opportunity worth fighting for. The Revolution will not only mark the beginning of a new nation, but it will have ramifications that will echo across the globe.
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2:10:41
Victory at Yorktown secures independence. Americans aspire for a more perfect union.
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1:53:53
The war drags on and moves to new theaters: at sea, in Indian Country, and in the South.
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1:55:38
Philadelphia falls, but the American victory at Saratoga allows France to enter the war.
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1:54:35
Washington abandons New York City and flees across New Jersey, before attacking Trenton.
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2:04:18
Washington takes command of the Continental Army. Congress declares American independence.
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1:56:09
Political protest escalates into violence. War gives thirteen colonies a common cause.