Igniting the American Revolution: 1773-1775

Ratcheting tensions (1773-1774). Dawn of an epoch ; Coercive measures ; An army from across the sea ; An unstable peace

Taking up arms (January to mid-May 1775). A disquieting thaw ; Many preparations ; The die is cast ; The rending of an empire ; A countryside unleashed ; An emboldened people ; The spreading flames of rebellion.