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Ken Burns documentary highlights New Jersey's role in American Revolution

New Jersey plays a prominent role in Ken Burns' latest documentary, "The American Revolution," now airing on PBS.

Tony Caputo

Dec 12, 2025, 12:30 PM

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Did you know Gen. George Washington spent more time in New Jersey than anywhere else during the American Revolution?

New Jersey plays a prominent role in Ken Burns' latest documentary, "The American Revolution," now airing on PBS.

From the Battle of Monmouth to Fort Lee to Morristown and Trenton, the Garden State is filled with historical locations that were once battlegrounds in America's fight for its independence.

The film is now available to stream for free on PBS.org and the PBS app.

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