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Liberty! The American Revolution | 
 enlarge | Studio: PBS Paramount
Category: DVD
List Price: $49.99
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Avg. Customer Rating:  9 reviews
Sales Rank: 8199
Format: Box Set, Closed-captioned, Color, Dvd-video, Full Screen, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Number Of Items: 3
Running Time: 360
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: PARD705091D
UPC: 841887050913
EAN: 0841887050913
ASIN: B000BITU3E
Release Date: June 29, 2004
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Studio: Paramount Home Video Release Date: 10/20/2005
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 Liberty! The American Revolution October 18, 2008
Great video. I use it to help teach the lead-up to the Revolution in my U.S. History Classes. It has a "cheesy" factor that actually engages teenagers, as actors read the diaries of revolutionary heroes like Franklin, Adams and Washington. It works.
My Favorite DVD November 10, 2007
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
I absolutely love this series. Brought up in Newport, Rhode Island, I learned US History from grammar school through college, but I never learned that Newport had many Tories until I was inspired by this program on pbs to delve deeper into the Revolutionary War. Newport's Tories actually welcomed the British Occupation! I bought the dvd and have watched it many times. It is like a good novel, but it is true. A super plus is the music, especially James Taylor. I own the cd and the book too.
To me, every American family should have a copy of this video to show on Veteran's Day or July 4th, and then take a trip to some of the battle sites. Concord and Lexington are among the most impressive. The Park Service has been restoring Battle Road to what it was when Paul Revere did his famous ride. Every year Lexington hosts a pre-dawn re-enactment of the "shot heard around the world" which attracts TOURISTS from around the world. Another great re-enactment is the crossing of the Delaware in New Jersey. This video will inspire you to want to visit these sites and to learn more about the history of our wonderful (if not perfect) country.
 AMAZON Increases the price while purchasing!! ~ How lame! October 1, 2007
0 out of 40 found this review helpful
I am very disapointed with AMAZON.CON ~ I was ready to purchase this item then Amazon tells me there has been a price increase that made the item $12.00 more!
 Good...but lacking July 16, 2007
22 out of 24 found this review helpful
This collection was well researched and well made. The actors portraying the major players of the Revolution were very believable. The set is what it is; a great to start scratching your Revolutionary itch. However, it is glaringly lacking in some areas. For one, the complete brushing over of the entire Philadelphia Campaign. The only battle that even received mention was Brandywine. The rest of the action around Philadelphia went unmentioned, including the infamous winter at Valley Forge. The war in the South could have been more thoroughly addressed, also. Much like the History Channels "American Revolution" these video collections are entertaining and provide some fillers and portraits of human interest but the true Revolutionary enthusiast will come away disappointed. Keep your noses in the books for indepth treatment of this time period.
Informative and all-inclusive March 24, 2007
23 out of 24 found this review helpful
I have to say that this piece is the most comprehensive film about the American Revolution I have ever seen. Important characters and their influence are well depicted. The best part may be the words in this film since they are quoted really from the speaking and diary in that time.
Although the Americans didn't win many battles during the time, the battles they won seem to be decisive. Winning the battle at Saratoga brings the French support. Winning the siege of Yorktown with the French Navy triumphs the revolution, unofficially. Winning the independence, however, doesn't mean forming a nation. There is debate about this for being afraid of taxation. After many efforts persuading people from their fear to form a powerful government, a nation is finally born.
The content from winning the war to form the union seems rush. I am glad they bring out my interest in this but then they leave me more hunger. Another weakness is the French and Indian War. This war has certain importance for the later revolution. It would be good if this film can talk more about its impact.
It may be too much for high school students or someone merely needing an introduction to digest this film. Except for this, you should find this film informative, all-inclusive and delightful to watch.
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