The American Revolution.

The American Revolution

The Times That Try Men's Souls

British General Howe defeats General Washington, forcing the Americans to abandon New York; Washington's army regroups in New Jersey before attacking an outpost at Trenton. (120 minutes)

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Mon, 5/11 at 2:00 pm on Austin PBS HDTV

The Soul of All America

The French-American alliance changes the war and moves it to other theaters; navies battle off England and in the Caribbean, while armies advance in Indian Country and the South; the British take Charleston. (120 minutes)

Tue, 5/12 at 2:00 pm on Austin PBS HDTV

The Most Sacred Thing

British General Cornwallis struggles to pacify the southern states; supported by the French, a victory at Yorktown secures independence for the Americans. (135 minutes)