The American Revolution
The American Revolution is a TV show on BBC4. A story 250 years in the making. How 13 British colonies on the Atlantic coast rose up in rebellion, won their independence and gave birth to a new nation.
Catching up on The American Revolution?
Don't want to miss an episode anymore? Set up a free alarm and receive an email when new episodes are available. Handy!
Series 1, Episode 2 - An Asylum for Mankind (May 1775 - July 1776)
Expected on
George Washington takes command of the Continental Army and joins New England’s fight to liberate Boston. Congress declares American independence.Series 1, Episode 1 - In Order to Be Free (May 1754 - May 1775)
Expected on
Opposition in colonial North America to British policies escalates into violence. But war gives 13 otherwise disunited colonies a common cause.