American Experience: George Washington - The Man Who Wouldn't Be King

Director: David Sutherland

Overview

When George Washington, general and commander in chief of the Continental Army, led his troops to victory, absolute power was within his grasp. Washington could have used his power to establish a military dictatorship or become king, a notion not without support from his own army. Remarkably, he instead relinquished such opportunities for what he believed was the greater good of the country and to foster a union of the states under a strong central government. American Experience: George Washington -- The Man Who Wouldn't Be King explores Washington's growth as a fighter for the colonies, his relationship with his troops, his involvement in the Revolutionary War, and his interaction with America's other founding fathers including John Adams, Alexander Hamilton, and Thomas Jefferson. An outstanding leader and "Father of His Country," American Experience: George Washington -- The Man Who Wouldn't Be King takes an unconventional look at a man who symbolizes the American Revolution and a commitment to creating a country of democracy.

Product Details

Release Date:	05/17/2011
UPC:	0841887014373
Original Release:	1992
Rating:	NR
Source:	Pbs (Direct)
Region Code:	1
Sound:	[Dolby Digital Stereo]
Language:	English
Time:	1:00:00

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits

William Martin	Narrator
David McCullough	Narrator
William Martin	Narrator

Technical Credits

William Martin

David Sutherland	Producer,Director
Judy Crichton	Executive Producer
Mark Samels	Executive Producer
Sharon Grimberg	Producer
William Martin	Screenwriter