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.
Episode 1
The New World
Oct 3, 2011
Trace the historical origin of freedom and learn how it influenced the New World colonies.
Episode 2
Seeds of Independence
Oct 10, 2011
Stan travels to Mount Vernon and introduces a key player in U.S. history, George Washington.
Episode 3
Trigger of the Revolution
Oct 17, 2011
Stan tells the story of the daring pilgrims and their government “for the people, by the people.”
Episode 4
The Die Has Now Been Cast
Oct 24, 2011
Stan Ellsworth details Paul Revere’s famous ride and the first hours of the Revolutionary War.
Episode 5
Miracle of Ticonderoga
Oct 31, 2011
The events at Lexington and Concord inspire Ethan Allen and his men to overtake Fort Ticonderoga.
Episode 6
We Hold These Truths to Be Self-Evident
Nov 7, 2011
The Continental Congress meets in Philadelphia and creates the Declaration of Independence.
Episode 7
Miracle at New York
Nov 14, 2011
General William Howe challenges George Washington as he prepares to attack New York City.
Episode 8
The Crisis
Nov 21, 2011
Following his surrender in New York, George Washington crosses the Delaware and strikes back.
Episode 9
The Battle of Saratoga
Nov 28, 2011
Host Stan Ellsworth analyzes how the Battle of Saratoga changes the course of American history.
Episode 10
Refiner's Fire
Dec 5, 2011
At Valley Forge, Stan Ellsworth emphasizes the importance of faith in George Washington’s success.
Episode 11
The War Goes South
Dec 12, 2011
Stan travels to South Carolina to investigate what brought the Revolutionary War to the South.
Episode 12
Victory of the Common Man
Dec 19, 2011
At the Battle of Cowpens, General Daniel Morgan traps the British troops in a double envelopment.
Episode 13
Patriots' Finest Hour
Dec 26, 2011
Host Stan Ellsworth shares how an alliance with France guides the Patriots to victory.