The American Revolution
In Order to Be Free (May 1754 - May 1775)
Season 1 Episode 1 of 6
Exploring America's founding struggle and how 13 British colonies on the Atlantic coast rose up in rebellion, won their independence and gave birth to a new nation. American colonists oppose efforts by the British Crown and Parliament to seize greater control in North America, escalating simmering tensions over land, taxes and sovereignty into violent confrontation
The American Revolution airs on BBC Four HD at 10:00 PM, Tuesday 16 June. (New, series, subtitles, audio description.)
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Topics
News ➝ Current Affairs
Documentary
Ken Burns
Director
Sarah Botstein
Director
David Schmidt
Director