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How did the colonists win the battle of Trenton?
The Battle of Trenton occured during the revolutionary war on December 25, 1777. Washinton and his army were camping accross the river and ten miles up from Trenton where the hessians( German soldiers that worked for the british) where living. The hessians were all drunk from their Christmas party that they slept late so Washington and his army attack them in there sleep but soon came outrside to finish the battle. The general for the hessians, Colonel Rall, got shot and killed so the hessians surrendered. Therefore the colonials one the battle with not one of their men killed or injured. You should see the movie the crossing if yolu want to know more about it.
What happened on December 1776?
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.
How many Hessians fought in the colonies?
About 30,000. Nearly one-fourty of the Crown Forces in the American War of Independence were Hessian.
What is the Great Skedaddle in the Civil War?
The Great Skedaddle is a term used to describe the disorganized retreat of Union troops back to Washington after their unexpected defeat at the first Battle of Bull Run in 1861.
How was Washington army was able to defeat the Hessians at the battle of Trenton?
They had more troops
How was Washington's army able to defeat the hessians at the battle of Trenton?
They had more troops
How Washington's army able to defeat the Hessians at the battle of Trenton?
They had more troops
What river did General Washington cross to defeat the Hessians at Trenton New Jersey?
The Delaware.
Who crossed the Delaware river to defeat the hessians at Trenton?
General George Washington is well remembered for crossing the Delaware to defeat the Hessians at Trenton. He caught the Hessians by surprise, as they didn't believe anyone foolish enough to cross a river into an occupied city.
Who did Washington defeat on Christmas night when he led his men across the chilly Delaware River?
Hessians.
In what battle on Christmas 1776 did Washington defeat the Hessians?
Washington defeated the Hessians after he crossed the Delaware River from Pennsylvania (now known as Washington's Crossing, PA) into Trenton, New Jersey. The Hessians had been up celebrating and Washington and his men surprised them, defeating them soundly in the Battle of Trenton (December 26, 1776).
Why did George Washington defeat the Hessians?
George Washington defeated the Hessians, in the battle of Trenton, because he made a surprise attack on Christmas day. Keep in mind the Hessians had just finished their partying, they were drunk, tired, and not ready for battle.
What troops did George Washington defeat in Trenton?
Hessians, troops "rented" by England's King George to enlarge his army in America
Who were the mercenaries that were surprised by General Washington?
The Hessians
What were the mercenaries called that Washington defeated at Trenton?
The Hessians
How washingtons army was able to defeat the hessians at the battle of Trenton?
They had more troops
