BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) - The Vermont Historical Society and Vermont Public hosted a screening on Wednesday ahead of the broadcast debut of Ken Burns’ new documentary on the American Revolution.

New Hampshire filmmaker Ken Burns’ latest documentary, “The American Revolution: An Intimate History,” examines how revolutions that win are propelled by ideas that connect people.

Michelle Mathias, a former school principal from Burlington, said the documentary reminded her of the importance of standing up for change.

“If you truly want change, you have to stand up and be willing to fight,” Mathias said. “These people had some real legitimate complaints against the crown and against the British government, and they took action.”

Mathias said the government’s mission outlined in the Constitution

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