Our Story Too | American Revolution

Our Story Too

A historical documentary exploring the overlooked roles women, Native Americans and African Americans played in America’s Revolutionary War. Through expert insights, reenactments and rare stories, it highlights individuals with South Carolina ties whose motivations, sacrifices and choices helped shape the fight for independence beyond well-known heroes.

The American Revolution

The American Revolution explores how the revolt of thirteen British colonies led to American independence and the creation of a new government that transformed North America and inspired democratic movements worldwide. The film presents the war’s achievements and contradictions through the experiences of diverse participants—soldiers, political leaders, Loyalists, Native Americans, African Americans, European allies and civilians. It shows how the Revolution sparked global ideas about freedom, rights, and self-government, raising ideals and questions that continue to shape society today.