The American Revolution | Preview: The Times That Try Men’s Souls | Episode 3

Preview: The Times That Try Men’s SoulsPreview: Episode 3 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions | CCWashington abandons New York City and flees across New Jersey, before attacking Trenton.The Revolution, now a war for American independence, faces its toughest challenge yet as General Washington tries to defend New York City from invasion by sea. The resulting Battle of Long Island is a huge defeat for the Americans, who narrowly escape and spend the next several months on the run. In late December, Washington’s army regroups and prepares to attack an outpost in Trenton, New Jersey.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: The Times That Try Men’s SoulsPreview: Episode 3 | 30sVideo has Closed Captions | CCThe Revolution, now a war for American independence, faces its toughest challenge yet as General Washington tries to defend New York City from invasion by sea. The resulting Battle of Long Island is a huge defeat for the Americans, who narrowly escape and spend the next several months on the run. In late December, Washington’s army regroups and prepares to attack an outpost in Trenton, New Jersey.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: The Times That Try Men’s SoulsS1 Ep3Fixed 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: Battleground, New York."Washington makes a number of tactical mistakes."Women continue to be at the heart of the resistance."If - Our men are all drawn off, you would find a race of Amazons in America."And the reality of war."The United States came out of violence."When the American Revolution continues.The Battle of Long Island (Brooklyn)Video has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep3 | 6m 10s | General Clinton ambushes George Washington in the largest battle of the American Revolution. (6m 10s)The Battle of TrentonVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep3 | 6m 44s | Washington devises a bold plan to cross the Delaware River and attack Trenton on Christmas night. (6m 44s)Democracy & The Adoption of the Articles of ConfederationVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep3 | 6m 14s | The Continental Congress meets to debate and adopt the Articles of Confederation. (6m 14s)Tsi'yu-gunsini and the American Revolution on the FrontierVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep3 | 5m 48s | Cherokee chief Tsi'yu-gunsini, Dragging Canoe in English, fights against Patriot settlers. (5m 48s)Warpath of Nations: The Naval Battle That Prevented a Canadian InvasionVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep3 | 5m 46s | Horatio Gates and Benedict Arnold rush to stop the British sailing down Lake Champlain. (5m 46s)The Battle of Bunker HillVideo has Closed CaptionsCCClip: Ep3 | 5m 24s | The British assault Breed's Hill and Bunker Hill near Boston in the bloodiest battle of the war. (5m 24s)Providing Support for PBS.orgLearn Moreabout PBS online sponsorshipHistoryThe life and work of Henry David Thoreau still inspire and resonate with people today.HistoryExplore one of humankind’s most curious and innovative minds.Support for PBS provided by:Episodes 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...More