Preview: An Asylum for Mankind
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Washington takes command of the Continental Army. Congress declares American independence.
New Englanders rush to surround the British Army in Boston, but as war begins Americans find themselves sharply divided. After the Battle of Bunker’s Hill, George Washington of Virginia arrives to command the newly created Continental Army. In July 1776, the Continental Congress issues the Declaration of Independence, insisting on the people’s right to resist tyranny and govern themselves.
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Episodes presented in 4K UHD on supported devices. Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and...
Preview: An Asylum for Mankind
Preview: Episode 2 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions
New Englanders rush to surround the British Army in Boston, but as war begins Americans find themselves sharply divided. After the Battle of Bunker’s Hill, George Washington of Virginia arrives to command the newly created Continental Army. In July 1776, the Continental Congress issues the Declaration of Independence, insisting on the people’s right to resist tyranny and govern themselves.
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MOMENTS: The Revolutionary War Card Game
Use your knowledge of Revolutionary-era moments to build a timeline of real historical events.Next time on the American Revolution: Bunker Hill "Forty percent, that's horrendously high casualty rate."
A rare opportunity.
"They found a way to escape their situation."
And the most important words in American history.
"We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal."
When the American Revolution continues.
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Clip: Ep2 | 52s | Extolling Washington's qualities in leadership, command and mental faculties. (52s)
Bunker Hill Aftermath, June 17, 1775
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Clip: Ep2 | 57s | On June 17, 1775, the British took the high ground, but at tremendous cost. (57s)
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Episodes presented in 4K UHD on supported devices. Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and...