American Ride

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The New World
Episode overview
From the Renaissance to the Reformation and colonization, meet pioneers in science, religion, and exploration that paved the way to a New World and the birth of a nation.
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Seeds of Independence
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Discover George Washington and his experience with the French and Indian War. Then, find out what happened when the British government began taxing the colonies without their consent.
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Trigger Of The Revolution
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See what happens when pilgrims tire of oppression and seek religious freedom—and Sam Adams, John Adams, and John Hancock become the architects of American independence.
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The Die Has Now Been Cast
Episode overview
Find out what happens when the fervor for a revolution is fueled by Paul Revere’s famous ride, the Boston Tea Party, and the battles of Lexington and Concord.
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The Miracle of Ticonderoga
Episode overview
The Second Continental Congress meets in Philadelphia. Emotions run high as General Ethan Allen is deployed to deal with the British at Ticonderoga. Washington lays siege to British-held Boston.
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We Hold These Truths to Be Self-Evident
Episode overview
See what happens when the Second Continental Congress votes to create a document that will declare to the world that America will be free.
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The Miracle at New York
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When General Howe brings an invasion to the battle of Brooklyn Heights, Washington’s miraculous retreat to Manhattan saves the Continental Army.
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The Crisis
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Washington does the unthinkable when he crosses the frozen Delaware for surprise attacks that will keep the patriot cause alive.
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The Battle of Saratoga
Episode overview
The great American victory at Saratoga makes France an ally of the new United States and turns the revolution into world war.
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Refiner's Fire
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George Washington and the Continental Army endure the harsh winter at Valley Forge.
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The War Goes South
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When Washington and the Continental army charge out of Valley Forge, the British change their strategy and take the war south.
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Victory Of The Common Man
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The unruly “Overmountain Boys” crush the loyalists at Kings Mountain; General Daniel Morgan rediscovers modern tactics at Cowpens; and General Nathaniel Greene continues the war of attrition.
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Patriots' Finest Hour
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Learn about the nautical hero John Paul Jones, the great victory at Yorktown, and the French and American navies.

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