The Making of The American Revolution

THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION examines how America's founding turned the world upside-down.
Thirteen British colonies on the Atlantic Coast rose in rebellion, won their independence, and established a new form of government that radically reshaped the continent and inspired centuries of democratic movements around the globe.

"The American Revolution is one of the most important events in human history," said Ken Burns. "We went from being subjects to inventing a new concept, citizens, and set in motion democratic revolutions around the globe. As we prepare to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our founding, I'm hopeful that people throughout the country will come together to discuss the importance of this history and to appreciate even more what our ancestors did to secure our liberty and freedoms."

The film uses a wide variety of music, both from the period and newly composed pieces for the
series. Music from the documentary, features performances by Jake Blount, Brooklyn Rider, Nora Brown & Steph Coleman, Hanneke Cassel, Rhiannon Giddens, Jennifer Kreisberg and Yo-Yo Ma and others.

Thirteen American colonies unite in rebellion, win an eight-year war to secure their independence, and establish a new form of government that would inspire democratic movements at home and around the globe. What begins as a political clash between colonists and the British government grows into a bloody struggle that will engage more than two dozen nations.

This prepackaged kit includes the Ken Burns: The American Revolution (6-DVD Set) and The American Revolution: An Intimate History hardcover book in a ready to ship mailer.

This prepackaged kit includes the Ken Burns: The American Revolution (6-DVD Set), The American Revolution: An Intimate History hardcover book, and the The American Revolution: Music From The PBS Documentary CD in a ready to ship mailer.