Preview: Conquer by a Drawn Game
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Philadelphia falls, but the American victory at Saratoga allows France to enter the war.
As America braces for a third year of devastating war, British commanders launch campaigns to take Albany and Philadelphia. General Howe beats General Washington at Brandywine and Germantown, while the Continental Congress flees Philadelphia. But the Americans’ surprising victory over General Burgoyne at Saratoga opens the door for France to officially support the United States.
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Episodes presented in 4K UHD on supported devices. Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and...
Preview: Conquer by a Drawn Game
Preview: Episode 4 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions
As America braces for a third year of devastating war, British commanders launch campaigns to take Albany and Philadelphia. General Howe beats General Washington at Brandywine and Germantown, while the Continental Congress flees Philadelphia. But the Americans’ surprising victory over General Burgoyne at Saratoga opens the door for France to officially support the United States.
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"This was not just a military defeat, it was a psychological blow."
Native peoples are divided.
"We're killing each other for what?"
And the strategy of a general.
"Washington doesn't have to win.
He only has not to lose."
When the American Revolution continues.
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Clip: Ep4 | 2m 14s | The Articles were weak by design and left Congress unable to pay soldiers in the Continental Army. (2m 14s)
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Clip: Ep4 | 6m 18s | General Horatio Gates' force clashes with the British, beginning the Battle of Saratoga. (6m 18s)
The British Capture Philadelphia & The Battle of Germantown
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Clip: Ep4 | 6m 29s | The British seize Philadelphia, but Washington plans to retake the city at the Battle of Germantown. (6m 29s)
The Haudenosaunee Choose Sides in the American Revolution
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Clip: Ep4 | 8m 7s | The Six Nations of the Haudenosaunee choose opposing sides at the Battle of Oriskany. (8m 7s)
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Clip: Ep4 | 1m 9s | Artistic renderings of the Revolution often include the flag, but little is known about its origins. (1m 9s)
Patriot Victory at the Battle of Saratoga
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Clip: Ep4 | 8m 59s | After days of fighting at Saratoga, Benedict Arnold and Horatio Gates secure a Patriot victory. (8m 59s)
The Real People Who Fought the American Revolution
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Clip: Ep4 | 4m 31s | Washington uses bonuses and drafts to encourage Americans to join the Continental Army. (4m 31s)
Religion & the Revolutionaries
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Clip: Ep4 | 2m 5s | Most revolutionaries were Protestants, but there were also Catholics, Jews, and Muslims. (2m 5s)
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Episodes presented in 4K UHD on supported devices. Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and...