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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.


What happened dec 25 1776?

On December 25, 1776, General George Washington and his Continental Army famously crossed the icy Delaware River to launch a surprise attack on Hessian forces in Trenton, New Jersey. This daring maneuver took place during the American Revolutionary War and aimed to boost morale among the troops and the revolutionary cause. The subsequent victory on December 26 marked a significant turning point in the war, revitalizing the American effort against British rule.


Which war was a turning point for the original American colonists?

The Battle of Saratoga (October 1777) was the turning point of the Revolutionary War. It was a major American victory. General Gates (American) and his army surrounded the British troops under General Burgoyne and gained a great military victory. The significance of this battle was the fact that other countries saw that the colonists were able to have some chance at success, because this was the first major battle that they had won. This battle was influential in convincing France to join the colonial side. The French troops greatly aided the Americans, who probably would have been unable to win without the assistance of the French. The Battle of Trenton (December 1776) was also important in raising American spirits, as it was a long-needed victory after a time of loss and discouragement. This was a surprise attack on the British that occured on December 26. The Battle of Yorktown was the last major battle of the Revolutionary War, culminating in General Cornwallis's surrender to General Washington on October 19, 1781. The Revolutionary War officially ended in 1783 with the Treaty of Paris.


What took place in 1863 to swing the advantage to the side of the Union?

The Union won three decisive battles, which swung the advantage to its side: 1 - The Battle and Siege of Vicksburg, which, after a campaign lasted from May19 through July 4, 1863, led to the surrendering of the Confederate fortress and the capture of the besieged Pemberton's Army, followed on July 9 by the surrendering of Port Hudson. The Mississippi River was then under complete control of the Union. 2 - The Battle of Gettysburg, fought from July 1 to July 3, 1863. 3- The Third Battle of Chattanooga, fought from October 26 through November 25 1863, which opened the way to the invasion of Georgia.


What was the two battles Washington won after crossing the river?

Washington crossed the Delaware on the night of December 25-26 and won the Battle of Trenton early in the morning, then recrossed. Several days later Washngton crossed again, gave the opposing British the slip and marched by back roads around the left flank of the British and reached Princeton, and won a battle there.