Preview: The Most Sacred Thing
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Victory at Yorktown secures independence. Americans aspire for a more perfect union.
The British Army under General Cornwallis struggles to pacify the southern states. Meanwhile, one of the most respected American generals betrays the cause and defects to the British. Supported by the French Army and Navy, Washington’s Continental Army wins the decisive victory at Yorktown. Peace is restored, independence is won, and Americans aspire for a more perfect union.
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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: The Most Sacred Thing
Preview: Episode 6 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions
The British Army under General Cornwallis struggles to pacify the southern states. Meanwhile, one of the most respected American generals betrays the cause and defects to the British. Supported by the French Army and Navy, Washington’s Continental Army wins the decisive victory at Yorktown. Peace is restored, independence is won, and Americans aspire for a more perfect union.
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Use your knowledge of Revolutionary-era moments to build a timeline of real historical events.Next time on the American Revolution: the shock of treason.
"He was the last person Washington ever thought would've betrayed him."
The South explodes in battle.
"It's sometimes brother against brother.
It's an ugly conflict."
And a new nation rises.
"With what soldiers in the world could one do what was done by these men."
Don't miss the conclusion of the American Revolution.
Finding America's 'True North'
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Clip: Ep6 | 45s | Writer Rick Atkinson speaks to the legacy of the American Revolution. (45s)
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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...