Benedict Arnold, known for treason, was a gifted general. His daring Saratoga charge sparked America's first big victory but was credited to Gen. Gates.

Horatio Gates, a politically savvy general, earned the title "Hero of Saratoga," but his leadership failures in the South, notably at Camden, damaged his reputation.

Nathanael Greene, a war hero, rose from militia private to George Washington's advisor, playing a crucial role in American independence.               

Revolutionary War hero Daniel Morgan's tactical mastery shone at the Battle of Cowpens, making him a coveted field commander.                          

The descendant of a French knight, Lafayette joined the king's army, fearlessly fought for the American Revolution at 19, and became a trusted commander for Washington.

British General Charles, Lord Cornwallis is largely remembered as the man who lost the American colonies. However, during the Revolution, Cornwallis was considered one of Britain's finest field officers.

Anxious to overturn George Washington's victories, Burgoyne comes up with a devious plan. Isolate New York, split the colonies, and divide the Revolution. He recruits German mercenaries and Indigenous Americas, and marches on Albany.

On an icy, unforgiving Christmas night in 1776, General George Washington made a bold decision that would become a turning point in the American Revolution when he led his troops across the treacherous Delaware River to Trenton for a last stand against the Hessians. We profile the technology available to Washington and see how he effectively used it to his advantage, including the sturdy Durham boats and ferries used to carry troops and artillery, and pocket watches used to synchronize the attack.

In August 1777 on the New York frontier, an 800-strong column of patriot militia was marching to relieve Fort Stanwix, under siege by the British.