Ken Burns on why the American Revolution was a "big deal in world history" 01:45. The American Revolution was one of the most ...

The documentarian will hold a live talk at Seattle's McCaw Hall on July 14, during which a sneak preview of the documentary ...

Burns and "The American Revolution" co-director David Schmidt walk in Colonial Williamsburg. Burns says he does not take his ...

As America enters the 250th year since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, director Ken Burns tells John ...

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Ken Burns is releasing a deep look into the fight for American ...

Filmmaker Ken Burns explains the importance of the American Revolution, telling "CBS Evening News" co-anchor and CBS News ...

With the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Ken Burns is set to release a six-part series on the American ...

Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns spoke with CBS News' John Dickerson about his new film on the American Revolution. More from ...

Directed by Ken Burns, “The American Revolution” explores the emerging nation’s bid for freedom and the eight long years it took to achieve American independence.

“The American Revolution is one of the most important events in human history,” said Ken Burns in a recent press release. “We went from being subjects to inventing a new concept, citizens ...