The American Revolution | Preview: Conquer by a Drawn Game | Episode 4

Preview: Conquer by a Drawn GamePreview: Episode 4 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions | CCPhiladelphia falls, but the American victory at Saratoga allows France to enter the war.As America braces for a third year of devastating war, British commanders launch campaigns to take Albany and Philadelphia. General Howe beats General Washington at Brandywine and Germantown, while the Continental Congress flees Philadelphia. But the Americans’ surprising victory over General Burgoyne at Saratoga opens the door for France to officially support the United States.11/16/2025FromProblems playing video? Report a Problem | Closed Captioning FeedbackReport a ProblemBefore you submit an error, please consult our Video Help page.Type of ErrorSubmitCancelProblems playing video? Report a Problem | Closed Captioning FeedbackReport a ProblemBefore you submit an error, please consult our Video Help page.Type of ErrorSubmitCancelEpisodes presented in 4K UHD on supported devices. Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and...MoreAbout This PreviewTranscriptMore Clips & PreviewsYou Might Also LikePreview: Conquer by a Drawn GamePreview: Episode 4 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions | CCAs America braces for a third year of devastating war, British commanders launch campaigns to take Albany and Philadelphia. General Howe beats General Washington at Brandywine and Germantown, while the Continental Congress flees Philadelphia. But the Americans’ surprising victory over General Burgoyne at Saratoga opens the door for France to officially support the United States.11/16/2025FromProblems playing video? Report a Problem | Closed Captioning FeedbackReport a ProblemBefore you submit an error, please consult our Video Help page.Type of ErrorSubmitCancelGenreHistoryShare This VideoEmbed VideoThe American RevolutionPreview: Conquer by a Drawn GameS1 Ep4Fixed iFrameWidth: in pixelspxHeight: in pixelspxCopyResponsive iFrameCopyLink Copied to ClipboardHow to Watch The American RevolutionThe American Revolution is available to stream on pbs.org and the free PBS App, available on iPhone, Apple TV, Android TV, Android smartphones, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire Tablet, Roku, Samsung Smart TV, LG TV, and Vizio.Stream Here on PBS.orgDownload the PBS App Check Your Local Listings for Broadcast Schedules Buy NowBuy on Apple TVBuy on AmazonRelated to This PreviewExplore the RevolutionDiscover new facts and famous quotes from the Revolutionary War as explored in the film.Interactive Battle MapExplore pivotal battles from the American Revolution as well as the key figures and events.Play MOMENTS: The Revolutionary War Card GameUse your knowledge of Revolutionary-era moments to build a timeline of real historical events.Multimedia Timeline of the WarExplore key events that lead up to and took place during the American Revolution.Find curriculum-aligned teaching resources for The American RevolutionTeaching resources for The American RevolutionExplore Free ResourcesInteractiveMOMENTS: The Revolutionary War Card GameUse your knowledge of Revolutionary-era moments to build a timeline of real historical events.PlayOpen in new tab Next time on the American Revolution: Brandywine, Germantown, and Saratoga."This was not just a military defeat, it was a psychological blow."Native peoples are divided."We're killing each other for what?"And the strategy of a general."Washington doesn't have to win.He only has not to lose."When the American Revolution continues.The Articles of ConfederationVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep4 | 2m 14s | The Articles were weak by design and left Congress unable to pay soldiers in the Continental Army. (2m 14s)The Battle of Saratoga BeginsVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep4 | 6m 18s | General Horatio Gates' force clashes with the British, beginning the Battle of Saratoga. (6m 18s)The British Capture Philadelphia & The Battle of GermantownVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep4 | 6m 29s | The British seize Philadelphia, but Washington plans to retake the city at the Battle of Germantown. (6m 29s)The Haudenosaunee Choose Sides in the American RevolutionVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep4 | 8m 7s | The Six Nations of the Haudenosaunee choose opposing sides at the Battle of Oriskany. (8m 7s)A New Flag for a New CountryVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep4 | 1m 9s | Artistic renderings of the Revolution often include the flag, but little is known about its origins. (1m 9s)Patriot Victory at the Battle of SaratogaVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep4 | 8m 59s | After days of fighting at Saratoga, Benedict Arnold and Horatio Gates secure a Patriot victory. (8m 59s)The Real People Who Fought the American RevolutionVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep4 | 4m 31s | Washington uses bonuses and drafts to encourage Americans to join the Continental Army. (4m 31s)Religion & the RevolutionariesVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep4 | 2m 5s | Most revolutionaries were Protestants, but there were also Catholics, Jews, and Muslims. (2m 5s)Saratoga: A Psychological Turning PointVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep4 | 33s | Historian Stephen Conway on the psychological impact of Saratoga on the British. (33s)Turning the Tide in New JerseyVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep4 | 59s | With Washington commanding less than 3,000, the winter of 1777 became a fight over supplies. 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