History Classics: Revolution

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Overview

The 'revolution' in question is that of the United States' struggle for independence, which took place roughly from 1775 through 1783. Borne out of a heady and intoxicating swirl of ideas about self-government and individual liberties, the Revolutionary War advanced on the shoulders of men and women who built a radically new future for themselves - and a country unlike any in the history of the world. This 13-episode documentary miniseries touches on all of the major events of the said struggle, from the Battle ...
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Overview

The 'revolution' in question is that of the United States' struggle for independence, which took place roughly from 1775 through 1783. Borne out of a heady and intoxicating swirl of ideas about self-government and individual liberties, the Revolutionary War advanced on the shoulders of men and women who built a radically new future for themselves - and a country unlike any in the history of the world. This 13-episode documentary miniseries touches on all of the major events of the said struggle, from the Battle of Yorktown through the drafting of the Declaration of Independence; throughout, it features carefully-staged dramatic reenactments, objective biographical profiles of Revolutionary War architects, and much more - all laced with detailed historical and sociopolitical analysis. Episodes include Boston, Bloody Boston, The War Heads South, {3A Hornet's Nest, The End Game and Road to the Presidency.
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Special Features

Closed Caption; History In The Making: The Revolution Behind the Scenes Featurette
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Product Details

  • Release Date: 5/31/2011
  • UPC: 733961245530
  • Source: A&E Home Video
  • Region Code: 0
  • Presentation: Reissue
  • Time: 10:00:00
  • Format: DVD
  • Sales rank: 9,203

Scene Index

Disc #1 -- Revolution
1. Introduction [13:27]
2. The Boston Massacre [10:31]
3. Continental Congress [6:18]
4. The British Are Coming [6:36]
5. Lexington And Concord [7:23]
6. Credits [:30]
1. Introduction [15:48]
2. Bunker Hill [8:07]
3. Building A Force [5:09]
4. Dunmore's Proclamation [8:06]
5. Washington's First Success [7:37]
6. Credits [:30]
1. Introduction [9:56]
2. Talk Of Liberty [10:07]
3. The Wait [7:50]
4. Declaration Of Independence [6:58]
5. Battle For New York [9:56]
6. Credits [:30]
1. Introduction [8:40]
2. Retreat From New York [9:12]
3. Lee vs. Washington [6:41]
4. Occupation Of New Jersey [8:12]
5. Crossing The Delaware [11:59]
6. Credits [:30]
Disc #2 -- Revolution
1. Introduction [8:01]
2. Fall Of Fort Ticonderoga [7:29]
3. Brandywine Creek [8:35]
4. Battle Of Freeman's Farm [9:15]
5. Battle Of Saratoga [11:25]
6. Credits [:20]
1. Introduction [10:43]
2. Valley Forge [8:13]
3. John Paul Jones [7:51]
4. British Retreat From Philadelphia [9:15]
5. Monmouth Courthouse [:00]
6. Credits [8:14]
1. Introduction [9:55]
2. The French Alliance [8:45]
3. An Uphill Struggle [7:19]
4. The Iroquois Nation [9:42]
5. Arnold's Treason [9:04]
6. Credits [:29]
Disc #3 -- Revolution
1. Introduction [11:06]
2. The Jewel Of The South [7:59]
3. British Siege On Charleston [11:27]
4. The Noose Tightens [6:08]
5. The South Surrenders [8:06]
6. Credits [:30]
1. Introduction [9:46]
2. Cornwallis Returns [8:09]
3. The Battle Of Camden [7:45]
4. Greene And Morgan Lead The South [:00]
5. Toasting The French Arrival [8:55]
6. Credits [9:39]
1. Introduction [9:24]
2. Cornwallis Vs. Greene [6:01]
3. The Tide Is About To Turn [6:49]
4. Convergence At Yorktown [9:22]
5. The End Game Has Arrived [11:55]
6. Credits [:30]
Disc #4 -- Revolution
1. Introduction [9:12]
2. The Paris Peace Table [10:03]
3. Discontent Of A New Nation [7:51]
4. Aftermath Of The War [6:24]
5. The Constitution [11:16]
6. Credits [:20]
1. Introduction [10:51]
2. The Journey Begins [8:51]
3. On The Road To Inauguration [8:36]
4. Remembering The Delaware [6:02]
5. The Incomparable Benjamin Franklin [:00]
6. Credits [9:55]
1. Introduction [10:37]
2. Leaving Philadelphia [10:32]
3. Humiliation And Success [7:49]
4. Postwar Challenges [6:16]
5. President George Washington [9:02]
6. Credits [:20]
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Menu

Disc #1 -- Revolution
   Boston, Bloody Boston
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   Rebellion To Revolution
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   Declaring Independence
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   American Crisis
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Disc #2 -- Revolution
   Path To World War
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   Forging An Army
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   Treason & Betrayal
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Disc #3 -- Revolution
   The War Heads South
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   Hornet's Nest
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   The End Game
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Disc #4 -- Revolution
   Becoming A Nation
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   Road To The Presidency
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   A President And His Revolution
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   Bonus: Behind The Scenes: The Revolution
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    Complete re-enactments of all battles and the people who made th

    Complete re-enactments of all battles and the people who made the American Revolution the incredible story which it still remains today. 13 volumes that are jam packed and waiting to be viewed. The is another "must see" History Channel production.

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