The American Revolution

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.

2025 HD 120min TV-PG United States English

Ken Burns Peter Coyote

Documentary

history documentary american revolution american history revolutionary war america

S1E1 - In Order to Be Free 2025-11-16

Opposition in colonial North America to British policies over taxes, land and sovereignty escalates into violent confrontation; war gives 13 colonies a common cause.

S1E2 - An Asylum for Mankind 2025-11-17

Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776.

S1E3 - The Times That Try Men's Souls 2025-11-18

British General Howe defeats General Washington, forcing the Americans to abandon New York; Washingtons army regroups in New Jersey before attacking an outpost at Trenton.

S1E4 - Conquer by a Drawn Game 2025-11-19

General Howe takes Philadelphia, but the Americans surprising victory over General Burgoyne at Saratoga encourages France to support the U.S.

S1E5 - The Soul of All America 2025-11-20

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.

S1E6 - The Most Sacred Thing 2025-11-21

British General Cornwallis struggles to pacify the southern states; supported by the French, a victory at Yorktown secures independence for the Americans.

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