What happened in April 1775 in and near Boston is an important chapter of the story of why, how and by whom America was birthed.

As the nation commemorates the 250th anniversary of the War for Independence, the contributions of Black patriots are at risk ...

John Ferling’s “Shots Heard Round the World” explores how France and Spain came to help the colonies throw off England’s rule ...

No other aspect of the American Revolution is as useful a metaphor for people all along the political spectrum.

Local men who fought in the American Revolution came to life during a lecture on soldiers who influenced what turned into the American Revolution. North Andover Historical Society museum educator ...

Ken Burns will host a preview of his upcoming "American Revolution" series at Symphony Hall, with clips of the film and ...

The town of Yarmouth had 445 participants in the American Revolution. There has never been a marker or monument to honor them ...

On National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, a new marker was placed on a family monument at Union Cemetery to honor Elizabeth (Dunkin) Porter – a woman whose sacrifice helped shape America’s ...

Premieres Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app + Encores Sunday, April 13 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV and 9 p.m. on KPBS 2. How did a ragtag army defeat the most powerful army in the world ...

While Charleston & Cowpens were crucial sites during the American Revolution, S.C.'s Midlands also saw some action. Here's a ...

The British are coming to Fall River! Reenactors will descend on Heritage State Park next month for a unique living history ...