Freedom & Unity: The Vermont Movie

Part One - A Very New Idea

Explore the roots from which the future state of Vermont grew. Samuel de Champlain paves the way for Yankee immersion into native culture. We look at early settlement, native peoples’ resistance, and the little-known history of African American settlers. Pioneer rebel Ethan Allen leads the struggle for independence.

Part One - A Very New Idea

1h 21m

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    Part One - A Very New Idea

    S1 E1 - 1h 21m

    Explore the roots from which the future state of Vermont grew. Samuel de Champlain paves the way for Yankee immersion into native culture. We look at early settlement, native peoples’ resistance, and the little-known history of African American settlers. Pioneer rebel Ethan Allen leads the struggle for independence.

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