The Revolution, now a war for American independence, faces its toughest challenge yet as General Washington tries to defend New York City from invasion by sea. The resulting Battle of Long Island is a huge defeat for the Americans, who narrowly escape and spend the next several months on the run. In late December, Washington’s army regroups and prepares to attack an outpost in Trenton, New Jersey. The American Revolution, a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, continues tonight!

419K views · 12K reactions | Pop culture helps history live in the present. Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt reflect on the lasting impact of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s "Hamilton." The American Revolution, a brand new six-part series, premieres this fall! #AmericanRevolutionPBS | PBS | Facebook