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American Ride (2011) is a documentary web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch American Ride online in HD.

American Ride — Storyline

This is a TV show about history as told by the Harley riding Stan Ellsworth, as he travels around the country on his bike.

Star: Stan Ellsworth

Cast & Crew

• Created by: Stan Ellsworth

American Ride — Series Details

American Ride — Episode Guide

Seeds of Independence

• E1: The New World (2011-10-03) — Trace the historical origin of freedom and learn how it influenced the New World colonies.
• E2: Seeds of Independence (2011-10-10) — Stan travels to Mount Vernon and introduces a key player in U.S. history, George Washington.
• E3: Trigger of the Revolution (2011-10-17) — Stan tells the story of the daring pilgrims and their government “for the people, by the people.”
• E4: The Die Has Now Been Cast (2011-10-24) — Stan Ellsworth details Paul Revere’s famous ride and the first hours of the Revolutionary War.
• E5: Miracle of Ticonderoga (2011-10-31) — The events at Lexington and Concord inspire Ethan Allen and his men to overtake Fort Ticonderoga.
• E6: We Hold These Truths to Be Self-Evident (2011-11-07) — The Continental Congress meets in Philadelphia and creates the Declaration of Independence.
• E7: Miracle at New York (2011-11-14) — General William Howe challenges George Washington as he prepares to attack New York City.
• E8: The Crisis (2011-11-21) — Following his surrender in New York, George Washington crosses the Delaware and strikes back.
• E9: The Battle of Saratoga (2011-11-28) — Host Stan Ellsworth analyzes how the Battle of Saratoga changes the course of American history.
• E10: Refiner's Fire (2011-12-05) — At Valley Forge, Stan Ellsworth emphasizes the importance of faith in George Washington’s success.
• E11: The War Goes South (2011-12-12) — Stan travels to South Carolina to investigate what brought the Revolutionary War to the South.
• E12: Victory of the Common Man (2011-12-19) — At the Battle of Cowpens, General Daniel Morgan traps the British troops in a double envelopment.
• E13: Patriots' Finest Hour (2011-12-26) — Host Stan Ellsworth shares how an alliance with France guides the Patriots to victory.

Season 2

• E1: We The People–A Miracle — The nation’s delegates meet at Independence Hall in Philadelphia to draft the Constitution.
• E2: Now What? Doubling Our Size — George Washington faces a series of challenges during his tenure as the first president.
• E3: Into the Great Unknown — The Louisiana Purchase expands the nation as Lewis and Clark venture on their famous expedition.
• E4: Hanging On to What We've Got — Stan breaks down the War of 1812 and highlights key players James Madison and Andrew Jackson.
• E5: Discovery Continues — Westward expansion creates icons like Daniel Boone as settlers venture into the American frontier.
• E6: The Mountain Men — The fur trade brings adventure, exploration, and greed to the American frontier.
• E7: Rivers and Railroads — Canals and railroads make the American economy vastly successful in the early 19th century.
• E8: The Growing Stain of Slavery — Host Stan Ellsworth visits the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in Cincinnati.
• E9: From Sea to Shining Sea — As American settlers move into the Texas territory, conflict arises with the Battle of the Alamo.
• E10: Go West, Young Man — Stan Ellsworth studies the historic pioneer movements like the Oregon Trail and the Mormon exodus.
• E11: Moving Forward — The Pony Express connects the country like never before with its revolutionary mail service.
• E12: Different Visions, Different Dreams — Different ideas about American government and economy separates the North and the South.
• E13: A House Divided (2012-06-25) — A series of failed compromises between the Northern and Southern states ignites the Civil War.

Season 3

• E1: Mr. Lincoln's War — Host Stan Ellsworth shares the stories that shape Abraham Lincoln’s character and political career.
• E2: The Fires of Secession — The First Battle of Bull Run illustrates how lengthy and difficult the Civil War will be.
• E3: From the Jaws of Victory (They Snatched Defeat) — Armored battleships prove to be valuable weapons in nautical warfare during the Civil War.
• E4: The Cost of Freedom — As new artillery hits the scene, the Union army faces defeat at the Battle of Second Manassas.
• E5: Changing of the Guard: Lee and Grant — Learn about the genius of General Robert E. Lee and discover more about General Grant.
• E6: Gettysburg — The strategies of each side at the Battle of Gettysburg changes the course of the war.
• E7: Price of Honor — Stan shares the story of the 54th Massachusetts, the all-black infantry that attacked Fort Wagner.
• E8: March to the Sea — General Sherman advances his troops towards Savannah and destroys the Confederate economy.
• E9: On to Richmond — General Grant and General Lee face-off in a series of battles during the Overland Campaign of 1864.
• E10: Lost Cause — After a devastating failure, General Grant leads the Union Army to victory in Petersburg.
• E11: Brothers Again — Host Stan Ellsworth travels to Appomattox where General Lee surrenders to General Grant.
• E12: The Rest of the Story — Stan shares what happened to Civil War icons after the South’s surrender.
• E13: Legacy of Lincoln — Days after the Civil War ends, President Abraham Lincoln is assassinated by John Wilkes Booth.

Season 4

• E1: Dust in the Wind — Tensions between the North and South run high as plans for Reconstruction are underway.
• E2: Rails, Trails, and Boomtowns — The transcontinental railroad connects the country like never before, bringing thousands out West.
• E3: Wanderers, Vagabonds, Drifters, and Saddletramps — The American cowboy emerges as the beef industry booms in the Northern states.
• E4: Bad Company — Icons like Clay Allison and Calamity Jane put the “wild” in the Wild West.
• E5: Order from Chaos — As crime runs rampant in the Wild West, lawmen bring order to the chaos.
• E6: Lookin' Fer Trouble — Host Stan Ellsworth shares stories of the Wild West’s most iconic outlaws.
• E7: The Earps — Stan travels to Dodge City where the story of Western legend Wyatt Earp began.
• E8: How the West Was Lost–Part 1 (2013-05-20) — The Lakota Nation fights to keep their land as settlers move into the American frontier.
• E9: How the West Was Lost–Part 2 (2013-05-27) — Stan recounts the tale of Chief Joseph and his fight to protect the Nez Perce land from settlers.
• E10: Range Wars (2013-06-03) — Land disputes between cattle barons and settlers lead to range wars across the Western states.
• E11: The Barbary Coast: End of An Era (2013-06-10) — Stan discusses the entrepreneurs who found great success while developing California.
• E12: The Last Round-Up (2013-06-17) — Stan recounts the final days of legendary outlaws as the age of the Wild West comes to an end.
• E13: The Romance and Mystique of the American West (2013-06-24) — Tall tales, dime novels, stage shows and motion pictures immortalize the days of the Wild West.

Season 5

• E1: Time for a Change — Stan ushers in the Gilded Age by introducing key political players of the late 19th century.
• E2: Immigrant Song (2013-10-14) — During the Gilded Age, immigrants pour into America seeking a fresh start, opportunity and success.
• E3: Age of Genius (2013-10-21) — Inventors like Thomas Edison use their inventions to reinvent modern life during the Gilded Age.
• E4: Captains of Industry (2013-10-28) — Titans of the Industrial Revolution transform American industry during the Gilded Age.
• E5: Civil Rights, Civil Wrongs (2013-11-04) — As industry booms during the Gilded Age, civil rights movements emerge nationwide.
• E6: Remember The Maine! (2013-11-11) — The Spanish-American War begins as control over the Philippines and Cuba is contested.
• E7: Bull Moose and His Big Stick (2013-11-18) — Stan recounts the life, legacy, and achievements of President Theodore Roosevelt.
• E8: The Gathering Darkness (2013-11-25) — President Woodrow Wilson ushers in a new age of American politics with multiple pioneering policies
• E9: Over There (2013-12-09) — Stan travels to France to examine the events that brought the United States into World War I.
• E10: The War to End All Wars (2013-12-16) — Stan travels to France to share the history of the Treaty of Versailles.
• E11: The Roaring '20s (2014-01-06) — An industrial boom after the Great War ushers in the success of Broadway, Hollywood, and baseball.
• E12: End of a Dream (2014-01-13) — The Roaring ‘20s come to a halt as the stock market crash of 1929 devastates the American economy.
• E13: To Notre Dame (2014-01-20) — Stan travels to South Bend, Indiana, to share the history of the University of Notre Dame.

Season 6

• E1: FDR — After years of economic turmoil, President Franklin D. Roosevelt offers America a new hope.
• E2: Day of Infamy — The United States is thrust into World War II following the attack on Pearl Harbor.
• E3: The Giant Arises — Stan details the boom of American industry as World War II creates new demands overseas.
• E4: Bloodied but Unbowed — Stan highlights the impact of the Battle of Midway as it changes the tides of the war.
• E5: Wolf Pack/Shadow War — U-boats, espionage, and propaganda create new challenges for the United States during World War II.
• E6: Sacred Honor (2014-05-12) — Following Pearl Harbor, FDR authorizes the use of internment camps for Japanese American citizens.
• E7: Terrible Swift Sword (2014-05-19) — Stan shares the stories of the important military leaders of the United State’s war efforts.
• E8: Overlord (2014-05-26) — Stan travels to the beaches of Normandy to visit the site of the famous Operation Neptune.
• E9: Across the Pacific (2014-06-02) — Operation Cartwheel unfolds in the Pacific Theater with a series of costly battles.
• E10: On to Victory (2014-06-09) — The outcome of the Battle of the Bulge paves the way for the Allies’ victory against Nazi Germany.
• E11: Uncommon Valor (2014-06-16) — As V-Day is celebrated across the globe, the conflict in the Pacific Theater rages on.
• E12: Cost of Victory (2014-06-23) — Stan examines the impact of the atomic bombs in Japan and the horrors of the Holocaust.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many seasons does American Ride have? 10 season(s) with 117 episodes.

Who created American Ride? Stan Ellsworth.

Where can I watch American Ride? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.