

Liberty!
Dramatic documentary about the birth of the American Republic and the struggle of a loosely connected group of states to become a nation.
Overview
Dramatic documentary about the birth of the American Republic and the struggle of a loosely connected group of states to become a nation.
Episodes

1. The Reluctant Revolutionaries: 1763-1774
In 1763, the capitol city of America is London, George Washington is lobbying for a post in the British army, and no one thinks of Boston harbor when they hear talk of tea parties. In a dozen years, the colonies are on the brink of rebellion. What happens to bring this country so quickly near war with England?

2. Blows Must Decide: 1774-1776
A total break from Great Britain remains hard for Americans to imagine, even after shots are fired at Lexington and Concord. Words push matters "Over the Edge" in 1776. Common Sense argues that it is the natural right of men to govern themselves. The Declaration of Independence declares this same idea a "self-evident" truth. For Americans, there is no looking back. There will be war with England.

3. The Times That Try Men's Souls: 1776-1777
Days after the Declaration of Independence is signed, a British force arrives in New York harbor. Washington and his troops are driven to New Jersey. With only a few days of enlistment left for many of his volunteers, a desperate Washington leads his army quietly across the Delaware River on the day after Christmas, 1776, to mount a surprise attack on a sleeping garrison in Trenton.
Cast & Crew

Victor Garber
John Dickinson

Donna Murphy
Abigail Adams

Alex Jennings
King George III

Anthony Heald
Philip Vickers Fithian

Colm Feore
Alexander Hamilton

Peter Donaldson
John Adams




