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The shocking truth behind a famous American hero

In US history, Paul Revere is celebrated as the lone hero alerting Americans of the impending arrival of British troops before the critical battles of Lexington and Concord in the American Revolutionary war. But, is this really true?

The BBC sets out to explore whether this is fact or fiction.

Watch the full documentary on BBC Select.