Next year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the document that provides the philosophical foundations for religious liberty and a pluralistic society! How much do you know about religious life in early America?
The American Revolution
THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new six-part, 12-hour documentary series that explores the country’s founding struggle and its eight-year War for Independence, will premiere on Sunday, November 16 and air for six consecutive nights through Friday, November 21st at 8:00-10:00 p.m. ET (check local listings) on PBS. The full series is available to stream at PBS.org and on the PBS App.
The much-anticipated series, which has been in production for eight years, was directed and produced by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt and written by long-time collaborator Geoffrey C. Ward. The filmmakers and PBS scheduled the broadcast for 2025, the 250th anniversary of the start of the war, which began in the spring of 1775, more than a year before the Declaration of Independence.
Related Resources
Want to learn even more about faith and freedom in early America? Check out the new documentary, THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, and our accompanying resources, Faith & Freedom in America.
Consider how diverse beliefs shaped early American ideals and how interfaith dialogue can strengthen civic understanding and unity today.
Early American history is full of figures pursuing their freedom of religion, which helped shape a society that values pluralism and working toward a common good
As you enjoy Ken Burns’ new film “The American Revolution," use this bingo card to note faith and freedom focused tidbits.
