In the first of a three-part series, Lucy Worsley explores how American history has been mythologized and manipulated by generations of politicians, writers, and protesters. This episode examines the American Revolution-a David-and-Goliath battle of men with high ideals taking on the might of the British Empire. But how much of America's founding story is based on fact?

Originally released by BBC, 2019. Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on May 22, 2019.

Introduction: American History's Biggest Fibs: The American Revolution (2:40); --America's National Identity (2:46); -- Boston Tea Party (4:04); -- Lexington and Concord (5:02); -- David Vs. Goliath (4:28); -- All Men Were Created Equal (5:20); -- Seeking Aid (4:02); -- Molly Pitcher (3:38); -- Liberty Bell (4:41); -- Statue of Liberty (5:09); -- Colonial Revival (6:21); -- Credits: American History's Biggest Fibs: The American Revolution (0:34); .