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The American RevolutionEpisodes

  1. Next Tuesday22:00
    BBC Four

    In Order to Be Free (May 1754 – May 1775)Series 1

    1/6Political protest escalates into violence. War gives 13 colonies a common cause.

  2. Next Tuesday23:00
    BBC Four

    An Asylum for Mankind (May 1775 – July 1776)Series 1

    2/6Washington takes command of the Continental Army. Congress declares American independence.