Season 1
October 3, 2011
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.
13 Episodes
Episodes
The New World
October 3, 2011
Trace the historical origin of freedom and learn how it influenced the New World colonies.
Seeds of Independence
October 10, 2011
Stan travels to Mount Vernon and introduces a key player in U.S. history, George Washington.
Trigger of the Revolution
October 17, 2011
Stan tells the story of the daring pilgrims and their government “for the people, by the people.”
The Die Has Now Been Cast
October 24, 2011
Stan Ellsworth details Paul Revere’s famous ride and the first hours of the Revolutionary War.
Miracle of Ticonderoga
October 31, 2011
The events at Lexington and Concord inspire Ethan Allen and his men to overtake Fort Ticonderoga.
We Hold These Truths to Be Self-Evident
November 7, 2011
The Continental Congress meets in Philadelphia and creates the Declaration of Independence.
Miracle at New York
November 14, 2011
General William Howe challenges George Washington as he prepares to attack New York City.
The Crisis
November 21, 2011
Following his surrender in New York, George Washington crosses the Delaware and strikes back.
The Battle of Saratoga
November 28, 2011
Host Stan Ellsworth analyzes how the Battle of Saratoga changes the course of American history.
Refiner's Fire
December 5, 2011
At Valley Forge, Stan Ellsworth emphasizes the importance of faith in George Washington’s success.
The War Goes South
December 12, 2011
Stan travels to South Carolina to investigate what brought the Revolutionary War to the South.
Victory of the Common Man
December 19, 2011
At the Battle of Cowpens, General Daniel Morgan traps the British troops in a double envelopment.
Patriots' Finest Hour
December 26, 2011
Host Stan Ellsworth shares how an alliance with France guides the Patriots to victory.
