The American Revolution An Asylum for Mankind: (may 1775 - July 1776) (Season 1, Episode 2)
TV Episode | 116 min | Documentary, History

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The American Revolution

An Asylum for Mankind: (may 1775 - July 1776) (Season 1, Episode 2)

TV Episode | 116 min | Documentary, History

Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776.

Directors

Sarah Botstein | Ken Burns | David P. Schmidt

Writer

Geoffrey C. Ward (written by)

Producers

Sarah Botstein (produced by) | Ken Burns (produced by) | Salimah El-Amin (produced by) | David P. Schmidt (produced by) (as David Schmidt)

Cinematographer

Buddy Squires

Editors

Charles E. Horton | Maya Mumma | Tricia Reidy

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Edit Released

Updated Nov 17, 2025

Release date

Nov 17, 2025 (United States)

Awards

Series awards

1 win & 2 nominations

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