The Courage of the 1st Rhode Island Regiment

When the British Redcoats march into Lexington in 1775, prepared for a surprise attack, they are met with a small, scrappy militia ready for a fight.

At the time of the Revolution, America had no money, no military and barely a chance at success. Even George Washington was not immediately seen as a strong military commander, often making mistakes.

The Revolution has been won, but for Washington, the problems, even within his own army, are just beginning.

Peter Salem makes history by killing a British officer during the siege of Boston.