Saturday, December 6th TV listings for PBS (WOUC-TV2) Unlimited, Columbus, OH
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.
Secret File U.S.A. Mission Assassin
An American intelligence officer guards a defecting Russian general.
Secret File U.S.A. Mission Firebird
An American intelligence officer guards a defecting Russian general.
Dick Tracy's Dilemma (1947)
Detective Tracy (Ralph Byrd) lets high voltage judge a killer fur thief called the Claw (Jack Lambert).
Tina Turner's 2000 concert at London's Wembley Stadium is packed with hits spanning her four-decade career.
The 25th anniversary of documentary series "The Civil War" includes video clips and interviews with Ken Burns, Geoffrey Ward, Ric Burns, Buddy Squires and others.
The Best of the Joy of Painting: Special Edition
Bob Ross completes his "Home in the Valley" painting; how Bob Ross' image, voice and catchphrases have become part of pop culture.
Secret File U.S.A. Mission Assassin
An American intelligence officer guards a defecting Russian general.
Secret File U.S.A. Mission Firebird
An American intelligence officer guards a defecting Russian general.
Dick Tracy's Dilemma (1947)
Detective Tracy (Ralph Byrd) lets high voltage judge a killer fur thief called the Claw (Jack Lambert).
Festive European culture includes the Bastille Day celebration in France, royal pageantry in London and running with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain.