Sunday, November 23rd TV listings for PBS (WGBH) Boston, MA HD
The American Revolution In Order to Be Free
Opposition in colonial North America to British policies over taxes, land and sovereignty escalates into violent confrontation; war gives 13 colonies a common cause.
The American Revolution An Asylum for Mankind
Congress puts George Washington in command of a new Continental Army; Congress declares American independence in July 1776.
The American Revolution The Times That Try Men's Souls
British General Howe defeats General Washington, forcing the Americans to abandon New York; Washington's army regroups in New Jersey before attacking an outpost at Trenton.
The American Revolution Conquer by a Drawn Game
General Howe takes Philadelphia, but the Americans' surprising victory over General Burgoyne at Saratoga encourages France to support the U.S.
The American Revolution The Soul of All America
The French-American alliance changes the war and moves it to other theaters; navies battle off England and in the Caribbean, while armies advance in Indian Country and the South; the British take Charleston.
The American Revolution The Most Sacred Thing
British General Cornwallis struggles to pacify the southern states; supported by the French, a victory at Yorktown secures independence for the Americans.
The Great Escaper on Masterpiece (2023)
In the summer of 2014, a World War II veteran sneaks out of his care home to attend the 70th anniversary celebration of the D-Day landings in Normandy.
Madsen meets a wealthy Danish American and immediately sees an opportunity to make a profit.
Twenty-four hours a day, the latest national and international stories as they break.
Great Scenic Railway Journeys 30th Anniversary Special
Some of America's best railway adventures, from the Rocky Mountaineer to the Skyrail, these stories offer a glimpse into our nation's railroad history and explore how railroads defined the spirit of North America.
Kris Kristofferson: Life & Songs
A 2016 concert celebrates Kris Kristofferson; performers include Dierks Bentley, Rosanne Cash, Eric Church, Emmylou Harris, Jamey Johnson, Alison Krauss, Lady A, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Willie Nelson and more.
Festive European culture includes the Bastille Day celebration in France, royal pageantry in London and running with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain.
NOVA Operation Space Station: Science and Survival
Terrifying moments of high danger on the International Space Station, when ingenuity and teamwork keep astronauts alive as they do remarkable science in space.
Secrets of the Dead The Princes in the Tower
Amateur archaeologist Philippa Langley searches for what really happened to Richard III's two nephews, who many believe he had murdered.
Arthur Francine's Pilfered Paper; Buster Gets Real
Francine copies and pastes information from a Web site to use as her school report; everyone loves the new reality-TV series except Arthur.
Odd Squad Odd Outbreak; The Perfect Lunch
A strange medical crisis causes much chaos; Olive and Otto help Ms. O host an important lunch.
Wild Kratts Mystery of the Squirmy Wormy
Chris and Martin are miniaturized for an underground mission with earthworms.
Weather Hunters The Leaf Painter
The Hunter kids head to the state park to learn why leaves change color.
Lyla in the Loop Uh-oh!; The Puddle
Lyla feels guilty when she causes a group project to break; Lyla's glider toy gets stuck in a big puddle.
Carl the Collector The Fall; The Word Collection
Carl doesn't know what to do when Nico falls; Carl learns a new word -- shindig.