We should give thanks that Washington ordered the mandatory inoculation of his troops against smallpox in February 1777, after determining that the disease posed a greater threat to his troops than ...

Let’s leave our petty disputes and troubles aside and continue the task given us by the US Constitution– to make our people ...

Every state in the United States as an official (or sometimes several unofficial) nickname, but how many do you know? Here ...

Take a deep dive into the American Revolution. Learn more about the new documentary from Ken Burns, GBH's America 250 ...

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The American Revolution was one of the most radical acts in human history, casting aside centuries of monarchical despotism ...

A failed attempt by the French to settle on Parris Island in Beaufort County led directly to what is arguably the first ...

Burns' anticipated six-part docuseries "The American Revolution" premieres at 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 16 nationwide on PBS, including on OETA in Oklahoma.

The American Revolution of 1776 was driven by the winds of "no taxation without representation" with the original Thirteen ...

Discover the 11 most important independence movements in modern history. Learn about the impact, origins, and key facts of the American Revolution, Indian, African & Asian decolonisation struggles.

"From a small spark kindled in America, a flame has arisen. Not to be extinguished." Cultural historian and filmmaker Ken Burns has delighted audiences with in-depth documentaries about American life.

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