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German Soldiers in the Revolutionary War

German Soldiers in the Revolutionary War (0:38)

From the archives of Discovery: Take a look at German soldiers fighting for the British in the Revolutionary War. Learn more about the Revolutionary War in this video.

The American Revolution: Religion

The American Revolution: Religion (0:51)

Despite their desire for separation of church and state and freedom of religion, the framers of the Constitution were inspired by spiritual beliefs.

The American Revolution: The Age of Reason

The American Revolution: The Age of Reason (1:00)

The framers of the Constitution were influenced by the scientific and philosophical achievements accomplished during the Age of Reason.

Our Constitution: George Washington

Our Constitution: George Washington (1:49)

As the first Commander in Chief, George Washington was a prominent leader who unified the country during the political founding of the United States.

Our Constitution: Benjamin Franklin

Our Constitution: Benjamin Franklin (1:05)

This section describes the contributions of Benjamin Franklin as one of the Founding Fathers as well as his innumerable inventions and interests.

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American History: The Road to Revolution

American History: The Road to Revolution (56:09)

This segment explores the conditions and causes of the American Revolution, from the Boston Massacre to Thomas Paine's "Common Sense."

Road to Revolution: Rebels vs. Redcoats

Road to Revolution: Rebels vs. Redcoats (35:58)

Even though the Americans were outnumbered, out-experienced and out-financed, their dedication helped them win the Revolutionary War.

Road to Revolution: Colonial Americans at War

Road to Revolution: Colonial Americans at War (5:30)

Inspired by Thomas Paine's pamphlet Common Sense, the Continental Congress wrote the Declaration of Independence and appointed George Washington the general of the Continental Army.

Road to Revolution: The Price of Independence

Road to Revolution: The Price of Independence (11:20)

Tired of British control, colonists were forced to take matters into their own hands to gain independence.

The Revolutionary War: Benedict Arnold Commits Treason

The Revolutionary War: Benedict Arnold Commits Treason (9:18)

Learn more about Benedict Arnold's treasonous acts in this video.

The Revolutionary War: John Paul Jones

The Revolutionary War: John Paul Jones (7:32)

Check out this video on John Paul Jones.

The Revolutionary War: Indian Lands

The Revolutionary War: Indian Lands (5:20)

Learn more about the Revolutionary War's impact on Native Americans' lands in this video.

Our Constitution: The Preamble

Our Constitution: The Preamble (3:29)

Members of Congress discuss the importance of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution, which sets forth the purpose of the Constitution and the assertion that the people of the United States already have certain inalienable rights.

Our Constitution: Amending the Constitution

Our Constitution: Amending the Constitution (1:22)

James Earl Jones describes how the Constitution is a flexible, living document, capable of being amended as necessary.

Our Constitution: The Bill of Rights

Our Constitution: The Bill of Rights (1:45)

In this video, members of Congress discuss the importance of the Bill of Rights. The segment also describes how the success of constitutional ratification depended on the Bill of Rights.