Historical USA

Why was George Washington chosen to lead the Continental Army? In this cinematic documentary, we uncover the political drama, quiet lobbying, and regional tensions that led to Washington’s unanimous appointment as Commander in Chief in June 1775. From his arrival in uniform at the Second Continental Congress to his humble acceptance speech and refusal of a salary, this episode explores the character, strategy, and symbolism behind America’s first general

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We explore a pivotal moment in "American history" as 56 men gathered in Philadelphia in the late spring of 1775. This "documentary" details the crucial decisions made by the "Second Continental Congress" that would shape the future of the "United States." Join us for a deep dive into this foundational period of the "American Revolution."

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0:00 Intro
1:33 The Who's Who...
5:58 A Continental Army??
7:30 The Olive Branch Petition
8:05 Taking up Arms
8:33 Enemies, Allies and Frienemies

Before the Declaration of Independence, a daring raid unfolded in the foggy dawn of May 10, 1775. Led by Ethan Allen and Benedict Arnold, the Green Mountain Boys crossed Lake Champlain under cover of darkness and seized Fort Ticonderoga without firing a shot. This early Revolutionary War victory delivered dozens of heavy cannons to the Continental Army—artillery that would help drive the British from Boston.
This episode dives into the drama, the rivalry, and the legacy of the raid. From moonlit crossings to tense confrontations, and from frontier grit to Henry Knox’s epic winter haul, this cinematic retelling brings history to life.
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0:00 Intro
2:08 French Colonial Jewel
3:22 Ethan Allen and the Boys
4:38 B. Arnold
5:22 Leaders Clash
6:30 Early Morning Raid
8:11 Outro

We explore the pivotal moments of the "American Revolution," beginning with the "Battles of Lexington and Concord." This video details how the conflict quickly spread throughout "colonial America," drawing in ordinary people from across the nascent "United States." Join us for a look into a critical period of "American history."

In this cinematic, character-driven episode, historian Lisa Weakland reveals how rebellion erupted across the colonies in the spring of 1775—not in one place, but everywhere at once. From Virginia’s Gunpowder Incident to the New York Armory Raid, from the capture of Skenesboro to the Battle of Chelsea Creek, this is the story of a continent catching fire.
🔥 Lord Dunmore’s midnight gunpowder raid
🔥 Patrick Henry’s militia march
🔥 Isaac Sears and the Sons of Liberty seize New York’s armory
🔥 Samuel Herrick and the Green Mountain Boys secure Lake Champlain

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0:00 Intro
01:28 Gunpowder Incident
03:56 New York Armory Raid
05:31 Skenesboro
07:52 Conclusion

April 19, 1775. The first shots of the American Revolution echoed across Lexington Green—but the story didn’t end there.
In this cinematic episode of Historical USA, historian Lisa Weakland uncovers the powerful, emotional, and often overlooked moment known as Parker’s Revenge—when Captain John Parker, dying of tuberculosis, led the men of Lexington in a daring ambush that turned grief into resolve and reshaped the day.

🎬 What you’ll discover:
• Who Captain John Parker really was
• What happened on Lexington Green at dawn
• How the British retreat collapsed into chaos
• Why the ambush is called Parker’s Revenge
• What archaeology has revealed about the site
• How memory and myth shaped the legacy of April 19th

This is more than a battle. It’s a story of honor, heartbreak, and the moment ordinary people became revolutionaries.
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Chapters
0:00 Intro
01:39 Captain Parker
02:31 Lexington Green
05:29 Parker's Revenge
07:30 Aftermath
08:09 Modern Discovery
08:43 Outro