This Wednesday, PBS’s “NOVA” takes viewers back in time to explore the ingenuity and military technologies that fueled the American Revolution. “Revolutionary War Weapons” examines the tools and strategies that helped the American colonies achieve their unlikely victory against a formidable foe.
From the iconic Brown Bess musket to lesser-known innovations like the world’s first military submarine, the episode provides a detailed look at the weaponry of the era. Historians and archaeologists bring these stories to life, sharing insights into the skill and resourcefulness that went into creating and using these revolutionary weapons.
“Revolutionary War Weapons” aims to provide more than just a catalog of military hardware. It gives context to how these technologies influenced the course of the war and helped shape the nation we know today. Tune in to PBS on Wednesday, April 9th at 9:00 PM for this fascinating glimpse into the past.
