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The Revolution (miniseries)

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The Revolution
Release poster
Also known asThe American Revolution
GenreDocumentary
Directed byPeter Schnall
Narrated byEdward Herrmann
ComposerGary Pozner
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of episodes13
Production
Executive producersPeter Schnall
Justine Simonson
Stephen Stept
ProducerGregory Henry
CinematographyPeter Schnall
David Shadrack Smith
EditorIsold Uggadotttir
Running time60 min
Original release
NetworkThe History Channel
Release2006 (2006)

The Revolution[1] (also known as The American Revolution) is a 2006 American miniseries from The History Channel composed of thirteen episodes which track the American Revolution from the Boston Massacre through the Treaty of Paris, which declared America's independence from Great Britain. The series is narrated by Edward Herrmann.

Cast

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Edward Herrmann, as the Narrator

Episodes

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"Boston, Bloody Boston."
The controversies and conflicts leading to war, including the Stamp Act, the Boston Massacre, the Boston Tea Party, and the Battles of Lexington and Concord.
"Rebellion to Revolution."
The Revolutionaries lay siege to Boston; the formation of the Continental Army and the conscription of slaves by both sides.
"Declaring Independence."
Dark and devastating struggles challenge the dreams for independence in 1776.
"American Crisis."
General George Washington gambles on a brilliant yet dangerously daring stroke to save his army and America.
"Path to World War."
Benjamin Franklin tries to convince the French to join the fight against Britain; Philadelphia falls to the British; the Americans win a stunning victory at Saratoga and gain a new ally.
"Forging an Army."
Washington struggles to sustain and rebuild his Army at Valley Forge.
"Treason & Betrayal."
General Benedict Arnold betrays the revolution.
"The War Heads South."
The British lay siege to Charleston.
"Hornet's Nest."
War erupts in the Southern Colonies.
"The End Game."
The struggle for independence reaches its climax as both sides are tired of the war.
"Becoming a Nation."
King George III is forced by the parliament to sue for peace and Washington disbands the Continental Army
"Road to the Presidency."
The War is over, but Washington is enlisted for another duty.
"A President and His Revolution."
While Washington is on his way to be inaugurated as the first President of the United States, he looks back at some defining moments in the revolution.

DVD release

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The History Channel and A&E Home Video released a four disc DVD set on December 19, 2006, following its series debut on the History Channel.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "What is the best audiovisual material to teach students about the American Revolution or Founding Era?". 15 November 2018.
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