Saturday, July 4th TV listings for PBS (WXXI) Rochester, NY
Xavier Riddle Celebrates American Heroes: Innovators
Xavier and his friends meet American innovators Katherine Johnson, the Wright brothers, Temple Grandin, Benjamin Banneker and Grandmaster Flash.
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.
A Capitol Fourth: 250th Weekend Celebration
Celebrating America's 250th birthday with musical and patriotic performances from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol.
America -- Made in Virginia: 250 Years Together New Live
Celebrating America's 250th anniversary from historic Colonial Williamsburg with live musical performances, historical interpretation and fireworks.
Austin City Limits The Avett Brothers
A career-spanning hour with The Avett Brothers features new songs from their album "The Avett Brothers."
Whitstable Pearl Whitsable Pearl From Page to Screen: Behind the Scenes
Interviews with cast and crew.