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The American Revolution
Bunker Hill Aftermath, June 17, 1775
The Battle of Bunker Hill was 250 years ago. On June 17, 1775, the British took the high ground, but at tremendous cost. The American Revolution, a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, premieres Nov. 16.
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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.