American RideSeason 213 episodesJoin Stan to discover the early years of American expansion.MoreEpisodes1We The People--A MiracleThe nation’s delegates meet at Independence Hall in Philadelphia to draft the Constitution.2Now What? Doubling Our SizeGeorge Washington faces a series of challenges during his tenure as the first president.3Into the Great UnknownThe Louisiana Purchase expands the nation as Lewis and Clark venture on their famous expedition.4Hanging On to What We've GotStan breaks down the War of 1812 and highlights key players James Madison and Andrew Jackson.5Discovery ContinuesWestward expansion creates icons like Daniel Boone as settlers venture into the American frontier.6The Mountain MenThe fur trade brings adventure, exploration, and greed to the American frontier.7Rivers and RailroadsCanals and railroads make the American economy vastly successful in the early 19th century.8The Growing Stain of SlaveryHost Stan Ellsworth visits the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in Cincinnati.9From Sea to Shining SeaAs American settlers move into the Texas territory, conflict arises with the Battle of the Alamo.10Go West, Young ManStan Ellsworth studies the historic pioneer movements like the Oregon Trail and the Mormon exodus.11Moving ForwardThe Pony Express connects the country like never before with its revolutionary mail service.12Different Visions, Different DreamsDifferent ideas about American government and economy separates the North and the South.13A House DividedA series of failed compromises between the Northern and Southern states ignites the Civil War.Season 1Season 3Season 4Season 5Season 6Season 7Season 8Season 9Season 10
