Historian Richard Holmes brings us the extraordinary story of America's first civil war. We've been told that the War of Independence was the American people's struggle for liberty against an oppressive colonial power. However, many Americans were loyal to the British Crown throughout the war; men and women often chose sides not because they wanted freedom, but because they wanted their neighbour's land. Using vivid reconstruction, eye-witness accounts, original documents and paintings, and Richard's proven story-telling skills, this film overthrows traditional perceptions about these compelling years. As the story unfolds, the truth emerges - a truth far more fascinating than we were ever led to believe.
Show Info
Network: BBC Four
(2003 -
2003)
Schedule: Tuesdays at 21:00
(60 min)
Status: Ended
Show Type:
Documentary
Genres:
WarHistory
Episodes ordered: 4 episodes
(waiting for more votes)
Previous Episode
The World Turned Upside Down
Episode 1x04; Jul 29, 2003
Previous Episodes
Episode Name | Airdate | Trailer |
---|---|---|
1x04: The World Turned Upside Down | Jul 29, 2003 | |
1x03: The War Moves South | Jul 22, 2003 | |
1x02: American Crisis: 1776 | Jul 15, 2003 |