William Thompson, a man rarely if ever mentioned in American history books, became the first commissioned colonel in ...

The festival includes Revolutionary-era military encampments, musters, and re-enactments, as well as demonstrations of ...

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Ken Burns is releasing a deep look into the fight for American ...

The men and women who risked their lives, families, homes and jobs to fight for independence were honored at an America 249th ...

To celebrate the country's 250th anniversary, an Ohio group is working to put all of the state's Revolutionary War veteran ...

As America enters the 250th year since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, director Ken Burns tells John ...

When George Washington goes to heaven in the Gullah Traveling Theater’s telling of the American Revolution, Saint Peter stops ...

The documentarian will hold a live talk at Seattle's McCaw Hall on July 14, during which a sneak preview of the documentary ...

The tide of the war rose in Washington’s favor as his troops became more ex­perienced and proficient in just this type of ...

From live battle reenactments to walking in the footsteps of troops and visiting historical markers, these destinations offer ...

The Soldier and the Revolutionary War” opened June 7 on the Army’s 250th birthday. It has artifacts never before displayed ...

Ken Burns on why the American Revolution was a "big deal in world history" 01:45. The American Revolution was one of the most ...