Turning the Tide in New Jersey
With Washington commanding less than 3,000 Continentals, the winter of 1777 in New Jersey became a running fight over supplies. Militia attacks at more than 50 places left British and Hessian forces suffering more losses over forage than in open battle.
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Preview: The Most Sacred Thing
S1 E6 - 30s
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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Preview: The Soul of All America
S1 E5 - 30s
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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Preview: Conquer by a Drawn Game
S1 E4 - 30s
As America braces for a third year of devastating war, British commanders launch campaigns to take Albany and Philadelphia. General Howe beats General Washington at Brandywine and Germantown, while the Continental Congress flees Philadelphia. But the Americans’ surprising victory over General Burgoyne at Saratoga opens the door for France to officially support the United States.
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Preview: The Times That Try Men’s Souls
S1 E3 - 30s
The Revolution, now a war for American independence, faces its toughest challenge yet as General Washington tries to defend New York City from invasion by sea. The resulting Battle of Long Island is a huge defeat for the Americans, who narrowly escape and spend the next several months on the run. In late December, Washington’s army regroups and prepares to attack an outpost in Trenton, New Jersey.
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Preview: An Asylum for Mankind
S1 E2 - 30s
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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The American Revolution
In Order to Be Free
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Nov 16
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Opposition in colonial North America to British policies over taxes, land and sovereignty escalates into violent confrontation; war gives 13 colonies a common cause. -
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The American Revolution
In Order to Be Free
Sunday
Nov 16
2 Hours
Opposition in colonial North America to British policies over taxes, land and sovereignty escalates into violent confrontation; war gives 13 colonies a common cause. -
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The American Revolution
In Order to Be Free
Sunday
Nov 16
2 Hours
Opposition in colonial North America to British policies over taxes, land and sovereignty escalates into violent confrontation; war gives 13 colonies a common cause. -
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The American Revolution
In Order to Be Free
Sunday
Nov 16
2 Hours
Opposition in colonial North America to British policies over taxes, land and sovereignty escalates into violent confrontation; war gives 13 colonies a common cause. -
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The American Revolution
In Order to Be Free
Monday
Nov 17
2 Hours
Opposition in colonial North America to British policies over taxes, land and sovereignty escalates into violent confrontation; war gives 13 colonies a common cause. -
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The American Revolution
In Order to Be Free
Monday
Nov 17
2 Hours
Opposition in colonial North America to British policies over taxes, land and sovereignty escalates into violent confrontation; war gives 13 colonies a common cause. -
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The American Revolution
In Order to Be Free
Monday
Nov 17
2 Hours
Opposition in colonial North America to British policies over taxes, land and sovereignty escalates into violent confrontation; war gives 13 colonies a common cause. -
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The American Revolution
An Asylum for Mankind
Monday
Nov 17
2 Hours
Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776. -
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The American Revolution
An Asylum for Mankind
Monday
Nov 17
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Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776. -
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The American Revolution
An Asylum for Mankind
Monday
Nov 17
2 Hours
Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776. -
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The American Revolution
An Asylum for Mankind
Monday
Nov 17
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Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776. -
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The American Revolution
An Asylum for Mankind
Tuesday
Nov 18
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Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776. -
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The American Revolution
An Asylum for Mankind
Tuesday
Nov 18
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Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776. -
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The American Revolution
An Asylum for Mankind
Tuesday
Nov 18
2 Hours
Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776. -
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The American Revolution
An Asylum for Mankind
Tuesday
Nov 18
2 Hours
Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776. -
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The American Revolution
An Asylum for Mankind
Tuesday
Nov 18
2 Hours 05 Minutes
Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776. -
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The American Revolution
The Times That Try Men's Souls
Tuesday
Nov 18
2 Hours
British General Howe defeats General Washington, forcing the Americans to abandon New York; Washington's army regroups in New Jersey before attacking an outpost at Trenton. -
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The American Revolution
The Times That Try Men's Souls
Tuesday
Nov 18
2 Hours
British General Howe defeats General Washington, forcing the Americans to abandon New York; Washington's army regroups in New Jersey before attacking an outpost at Trenton. -
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The American Revolution
The Times That Try Men's Souls
Tuesday
Nov 18
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British General Howe defeats General Washington, forcing the Americans to abandon New York; Washington's army regroups in New Jersey before attacking an outpost at Trenton. -
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The American Revolution
The Times That Try Men's Souls
Tuesday
Nov 18
2 Hours
British General Howe defeats General Washington, forcing the Americans to abandon New York; Washington's army regroups in New Jersey before attacking an outpost at Trenton.
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