NOVA: Revolutionary War Weapons

Wednesday, April 9 at 8 p.m.

How did a ragtag army defeat the most powerful army in the world to win American independence? Discover the key military technologies that helped propel the colonies to victory, from the Brown Bess musket to the world’s first military submarine.

Take part in a fascinating exploration of history and science as we highlight the Boston Tea Party and other iconic events and people that led to the American Revolution with Arizona PBS.

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April 11

Join us for the We-Ko-Pa ‘Check, Please! Arizona’ Food Festival

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