The Great Food Revolution Season 1, Episode 10: The End Game

Boston, Bloody Boston

Rebellion to Revolution

Declaring Independence

American Crisis

Path to World War

America's elder statesman, Benjamin Franklin, descends on Paris to seduce the French to join the fight against their common enemy, England. British General William Howe delivers a crushing blow to George Washington's troops at the Battle of Brandywine taking Philadelphia, the American capital, as his prize. But to the north, another American general enters the spotlight--Horatio Gates defeats British General John Burgoyne at the Battle of Saratoga. It is this victory that convinces France to enter the fight, turning the American Revolution into a world war.

Forging an Army

Congress begins to question Washington's leadership; Washington rebuilds his reputation by holding back the British at the Battle of Monmouth.

Treason & Betrayal

General Benedict Arnold turns his back on his cause and country; Washington takes his war to the frontier.

The War Heads South

Failing to defeat Washington, the British turn their attention southward; siege at Charleston, S.C.

A Hornet's Nest

After the fall of Charleston, S.C., the Revolutionary War explodes into the Carolina backcountry.

Becoming a Nation

The American victory at Yorktown; John Adams joins Benjamin Franklin in France to negotiate the Treaty of 1783.

The Road to the Presidency

George Washington is called into service as the nation's first president.

A President and His Revolution

George Washington completes his eight-day journey from Mount Vernon to New York City for his inauguration.

Extras: Behind The Scenes Featurette