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