Join WTTW and the Pritzker Military Museum & Library for a special screening of selections from The American Revolution, a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt that tells the story of how 13 colonies rose in rebellion, won their independence, and established a new form of government that radically reshaped the continent and inspired centuries of democratic movements around the globe.

During the screening, we will watch excerpts on the Spirit of Service, featuring compelling stories that illuminate the diverse individuals who shaped the nation’s founding, from soldiers and chaplains to women and marginalized communities.

Following the screening, a dynamic panel of experts will reflect on the meaning of service during the Revolutionary era and its enduring relevance today, offering fresh perspectives on the promises and complexities of American democracy.

Click here for WTTW’s upcoming The American Revolution airdates. You can also stream all episodes of the film on wttw.com and the PBS App.

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Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of America. Major funding was provided by The Better Angels Society and its members Jeannie and Jonathan Lavine with the Crimson Lion Foundation; and the Blavatnik Family Foundation. Major funding was also provided by David M. Rubenstein; The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation; Lilly Endowment Inc.; and the following Better Angels Society members: Eric and Wendy Schmidt; Stephen A. Schwarzman; and Kenneth C. Griffin with Griffin Catalyst. Additional support for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by: The Arthur Vining Davis Foundations; The Pew Charitable Trusts; Gilbert S. Omenn and Martha A. Darling; Park Foundation; and the following Better Angels Society members: Gilchrist and Amy Berg; Perry and Donna Golkin; The Michelson Foundation; Jacqueline B. Mars; Kissick Family Foundation; Diane and Hal Brierley; John H. N. Fisher and Jennifer Caldwell; John and Catherine Debs; The Fullerton Family Charitable Fund; Philip I. Kent; Gail Elden; Deborah and Jon Dawson; David and Susan Kreisman; The McCloskey Family Charitable Trust; Becky and Jim Morgan; Carol and Ned Spieker; Mark A. Tracy; and Paul and Shelley Whyte. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was made possible, in part, with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.