Product Description: They came of age in a new world amid intoxicating and innovative ideas about human and civil rights diverse economic systems and self-government. In a few short years these men and women would transform themselves into architects of the future through the building of a new nation unlike any that had ever come before.From the roots of the rebellion and the signing of the Declaration of Independence to victory on the battlefield at Yorktown and the adoption of The United States Constitution THE REVOLUTION tells the remarkable story of this pivotal era in history. Venturing beyond the conventional list of generals and politicians THE HISTORY CHANNEL® introduces the full range of individuals who helped shape this great conflict including some of the war s most influential unsung heroes.Through sweeping cinematic recreations intimate biographical investigations and provocative political military and economic analysis the historic ideas and themes that transformed treasonous acts against the British into noble acts of courage both on and off the battlefield come to life in this dramatic and captivating program.DVD Features: History in the Making: The Revolution Behind-the-Scenes Featurette; Interactive Menus; Scene SelectionSystem Requirements:Run Time: 600 minsFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: DOCUMENTARIES/MISC. UPC: 733961762303 Manufacturer No: AAE-76230
Best Historical Documentary I've Seen In Years I've been a fan of American Revolutionary History for many years and so after joining Netflix, I ordered this documentary to see if I would like it. I only had to watch one or two episodes before I knew I was going to love this series. It has provided me with the clearest and most comprehensive understanding of the Revolution of anything I've studied so far, and I think the history and narrative are very honest and fair in their accuracy--not just another remake by some liberal with an underlying agenda of destroying our faith in our founding fathers and the revolutionary patriots who gave their lives to create the greatest, most free nation ever known on earth. Not sure why one reviewer said the DVD quality was poor because my DVDs are gorgeous to watch on a 1080p hi definition TV. I love the homes and architecture of the early American colonies. While there is no actual talking by anyone acting in this documentary, the readers and experts who do talk are very professional and make it interesting to watch. If you love American Revolutionary history or know someone who does, this would indeed make a great gift--for them or for yourself. Enjoy. I love it and very highly recommend it. I will wear these DVDs out as I watch them over and over again!
Well Done, Engaging, Informative Who ever said watching TV isn't good for you?
If you watch this series, you'll learn so much about our brave American founding fathers and what Independence Day is really about. You'll know why George Washington was the first president of these United States and have a greater sense of what that means.
I'd say something like this is a must see for all Americans.
A Primer On America It has often been said that you don't know who you are until you know where you have been. The story of the American Revolution comes to life through brilliantly portrayed scenes and narratives. A video is but a thumbnail sketch of all that happened, but it is certainly a primer in terms of preparing the reader for what comes next. I think to truly appreciate that American Revolution, you must see it and read about it from many different sources, both revolutionists and loyalists to get a real feel and understanding of what actually took place and why. View it and enjoy this DVD series, then begin the great adventure of reading about the American Revolution. All the materials available is like a great buffet and each selection tastes great.
HC: The Revolution An in-depth coverage of the American Revolution. I like the live reenactments at Valley Forge, etc. I will show some segments of this for my history class, but it would be much too long to show in its entirety.
The Revolution This story is very good. We have enjoyed it immensely. I highly recommend this for a good history of the early days that isn't boring.
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