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250 years ago, the United States of America was born.
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8. Hail to the Chief
The USA has its first president. With George Washington leading the new nation forwards, there are high hopes. But a sh…
7. A New Nation in Chaos
The British are defeated and now Americans have a country to build. But quickly, trouble begins. Economic turmoil cause…
6. The Spy, the Traitor and the Surrender at Yorktown
George Washington is stunned when an American war hero betrays the cause and switches sides. In the dead of night, an u…
5. The Christmas Miracle
Pummeled in New York, George Washington's army is on the brink of collapse. But when given the chance for a knockout bl…
4. Independence Day
Throughout the colonies, war escalates. The siege of Boston comes to a dramatic end. A leader of the Mohawk people trav…
3. A Shot Heard Around the World
The colonies prepare for battle. Paul Revere rides into the New England backcountry with a warning: the redcoats are co…
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Founding Fathers: An American Dream explores the audacious birth of the United States. Join host Clarke Peters as he narrates the epic tale of revolution and nation-building, bringing history to life each week.
- 2021First 12 episodes recorded live
- 2023Crossed 1M downloads
- 2025Launched AI transcript search with MicNest
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