The American Revolution's First Year: From Failed Canada Invasion to Boston Victory (1775-1776)

Описание: Autumn 1775: King George III decides to crush the American rebellion, assembling the largest expeditionary force in British history. Meanwhile, the Continental Congress strikes first, launching a daring, two-pronged invasion of Canada to "liberate" Quebec's French population.

This video chronicles the dramatic 16 months that defined the beginning of the American Revolutionary War:

The Northern Disaster: Follow the harrowing march of General Montgomery and Colonel Benedict Arnold through the wilderness towards Quebec. Learn how their combined force, ravaged by sickness and desertion, was shattered by the British at the walls of Quebec City on New Year's Eve, 1775.

The Siege of Boston: Discover the stunning logistical feat of Colonel Henry Knox, who hauled 59 heavy guns from Fort Ticonderoga over 300 miles of snow. See how Washington's bold fortification of Dorchester Heights forced the British, under General Howe, to make a humiliating withdrawal, handing the Patriots their first major victory.

Loyalist Resistance & Southern Setbacks: Explore the harsh reality for Loyalists (about 1 in 5 Americans) and the rise of Patriot committees of safety. We cover the failed British attempt to rally Southern Loyalists, culminating in the ambush at Moore's Creek Bridge and the naval defeat at Charleston.

The Declaration of Independence: See how the spirit of Thomas Paine's Common Sense fueled the final push for separation, leading to the historic vote on July 2, 1776, and the formal adoption of the Declaration.

The Gathering Storm in New York: The video concludes as General Washington prepares his army for the defense of New York City against an overwhelming British force—32,000 soldiers, 400 ships—the largest military display the colonies had ever witnessed.

Did the Patriots' early victories justify the Declaration of Independence, or did the looming British arrival signal the end of the rebellion?

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