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The American Revolution Season 1 Episodes

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THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new six-part, 12-hour documentary directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt examines how America’s founding turned the world upside-down.

Season 1 Episode Guide

Season 1

6 Episodes 2025 - 2025

Episode 1

In Order to Be Free: (May 1754 - May 1775)

Sun, Nov 16, 2025116 mins

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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Episode 2

An Asylum for Mankind (May 1775 - July 1776)

Mon, Nov 17, 2025116 mins

Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776.

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Episode 3

The Times That Try Men's Souls (July 1776 - January 1777)

Tue, Nov 18, 2025116 mins

Washington abandons New York City and flees across New Jersey, before attacking Trenton.

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Episode 4

Conquer by a Drawn Game (January 1777 - February 1778)

Wed, Nov 19, 2025116 mins

Despite losing Philadelphia, Americans win at Saratoga, enabling France to join the war.

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Episode 5

The Soul of All America (December 1777 - May 1780)

Thu, Nov 20, 2025116 mins

The conflict continues, expanding into naval battles, Native American territories, and southern regions.

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Episode 6

The Most Sacred Thing (May 1780 - Onward)

Fri, Nov 21, 2025116 mins

Victory at Yorktown guarantees independence. Americans seek to build a more perfect union.

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