America,TheStoryofUs.pptVIP

America: The Story of Us America: The Story of Us (also internationally known as America: The Story of the U.S.) is a six-part, 12-hour documentary-drama television miniseries that premiered on April 25, 2010, on History channel. The program portrays more than 400?years of American history (with emphasis on how American creation of new technologies has had effects on the nations history and, by implication, the world). It spans time from the successful English settlement of Jamestown beginning in 1607, through to the present day. The series recreates many historical events by using actors dressed in the style of the period and computer-generated special effects. The miniseries received mixed reviews by critics; but it attracted the largest audiences of any special aired by the channel to date. Episodes 反抗者（Rebels） 革命（Revolution） 西进（Westward） 分裂（Division） 内战（Civil War） 腹地（Heartland） 城市（ Cities） 繁荣（Boom） 萧条（ Bust） 二战（World War II） 超级大国（ Superpower） 黄金时代（Millennium） Episode 1 Rebels“ From Jamestown to Plymouth, early settlers fight for survival. Tobacco sows the seeds of opportunity; the north becomes a powerhouse of trade. Tension, taxation, and resistance causes the American colonists to begin doing what many consider impossible: to successfully rebel against the British Crown.? Episode 2 Revolution“ George Washingtons army is near defeat, but new weapons and battle tactics turn the tide. The colonies declare independence from the British. Forged through revolution, a new nation is born.? 3 Westward Trailblazing pioneers set out to conquer the west in the mid-19th century, but find the land already occupied. Wagon trains meet hardship on the road to Californias gold. The steamboat ushers in a new era of commerce, industry, and unprecedented wealth.? 4 Division Commerce and industry thrive across the new nation, now one of the wealthiest in the world. The Erie Canal brings big risk and bigger reward. In the South, cotton is king but slavery fuels a g