Revolutionary America tells the story of the American Founding, the greatest political achievement in history. The American colonists had developed a unique way of life as they practiced self-government for 150 years. In the struggles between the colonies and the mother country that followed the French and Indian War, Britain declared the Americans had no right to rule themselves. This went against everything the Americans knew. In response, our ancestors risked their “lives, fortunes, and sacred honor” to fight the War for Independence. Against all odds, they won, and in victory formed a stable, lasting republic.
This feature-length documentary, produced by Hillsdale Studios, narrated by Tom Selleck, and featuring Hillsdale College politics and history professors joined by several well-known figures, explores the causes and consequences of the Declaration for Independence, the Revolutionary War, and the struggle to form a government capable of protecting its citizens. Revolutionary America transports viewers to 18th Century America, right in the middle of this struggle. It is an accurate, inspiring, and beautiful film that examines the heroes, political theory, and battles of the Revolution, with focus on the experiences of individual Americans from 1763-1791.
Timed to coincide with the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations, this documentary helps modern audiences understand what life was actually like for Americans before and during the Revolution—how they lived, what they believed, and why they ultimately sought independence. Our Founders ensured that they and their posterity could live in peace, enjoy prosperity, and pursue happiness—work that continues today.
