What happened at Trenton the day after Christmas 1776?

Answer 1

The Battle of Trenton took place on December 26, 1776, during the American Revolutionary War after General George Washington's crossing of the Delaware River north of Trenton, New Jersey. The hazardous crossing in adverse weather allowed Washington to lead the main body of the Continental Army against Hessian soldiers garrisoned at Trenton. After a brief struggle, nearly the entire Hessian force was captured, with negligible losses to the Americans. The battle boosted the Continental Army's flagging morale, and inspired re-enlistments.

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Answer 2

all of the tropps of Americans stayed there until the river started to melt atleast a little because it was still winter. after that they brought all of the Hessians that have been captured into Pennsylvania.

Answer 3

On the morning of December 26, 1776, General George Washington and the Continental Army attacked the Hessian troops at Trenton, New Jersey. The night before, Washington had silently led his troops across the Delaware River, preparing for an attack on the Hessians that would be completely unexpected. The Battle of Trenton ended in victory for Washington. This victory greatly raised the morale of the Continental troops, as it came after having been defeated in many battles throughout New York.

Answer 4

After the Battle of Trenton, Washington was able to remain as leader of the Army. Also, the Hessian mercenaries were captured, dealing a blow to the British Army. Enlistments of new recruits went up, and those recruits whose service was five days from expiring also re-enlisted, keeping the Army formidable.

Answer 5

Washington led a surprise attack on the British leading a group of 2,400 troops across the Delaware. A few minutes after 8:00 his troops converged on Trenton, with in the hour the battle was over 22 Hessian's dead. 98 were wounded and almost 1000 taken prisoner. Only 4 Americans wounded none were dead.

Answer 6

king george beat the Indians and took their land.

Answer 7

battle of tenton