0
What happened when George Washington attacked the German mercenaries in Trenton?
Wiki User
∙ 11y ago
The americans won the battle and took almost 1000 prisoners
Wiki User
∙ 11y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What were the mercenaries called that Washington defeated at Trenton?
The Hessians
Where did Washington surprise hessian mercenaries on Christmas?
Trenton New jersy
Who were defeated by Washington's forces in Trenton?
german mercenaries (hessians) who were fighting for the british
Where did George Washington's famous Christmas day attack take place?
He attacked the German mercenaries at Trenton on Christmas Eve. They were fairly well in their cups celebrating and didn't expect a attack.
Who was defeated by Washington's force in Trenton?
Germans
Who did the patriot forces take Hessian mercenaries by surprise in what Battle?
Battle of Trenton, Washington in command.
What part of the plan made George Washington attack on the German mercenaries at Trenton a surprise?
It was on Christmas night.
Why did George Washington make the risky move of crossing the Delaware river on Christmas night 1776?
novanet : to make a surprise attack on German mercenaries in trenton, New Jersey
Why are the hessians involved in the battle of Trenton?
They were working for the British and Washington attacked their positions in Trenton on Christmas Eve while they were not expecting an attack.
Who did George Washington surprise attack on Christmas day?
George Washington decided to lead a sneak attack on the British on Christmas Eve. They crossed the Delaware River at night. The British soldiers, who had been celebrating the holiday, were all drunk or passed out. So when Washington's troops attacked on Christmas Day, the British offered little to no resistance.
Washington's surprise attack across the Delaware in December 1776 resulted in what victory?
On December 26, 1776, Washington's troops were victorious in the Battle of Trenton, primarily against the Hessians, German mercenaries fighting for the British.
What was the Battle after The battle of Valley Forge?
Valley Forge wasn't a battle. It was the winter quarters for Washington's troops. They left from Valley Forge for Trenton where they took the Hessian mercenaries by surprise.
