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The American Revolution
The Soul of All America (December 1777 – May 1780)
Season 1
Episode 5
Washington’s Continental Army emerges from the harsh winter at Valley Forge to fight the British Army in the inconclusive Battle of Monmouth. But the alliance with France changes the war and moves it to other theaters. Navies battle off England’s coast and in the Caribbean, while armies advance into Indian Country and the southern states. Together, the British Army and Navy capture Charleston.
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2:10:41
Victory at Yorktown secures independence. Americans aspire for a more perfect union.
1:55:38
Philadelphia falls, but the American victory at Saratoga allows France to enter the war.
1:54:35
Washington abandons New York City and flees across New Jersey, before attacking Trenton.
2:04:18
Washington takes command of the Continental Army. Congress declares American independence.
1:56:09
Political protest escalates into violence. War gives thirteen colonies a common cause.