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On December 24, 1776, General George Washington crossed the Delaware River. This daring maneuver was part of a surprise attack against British and Hessian forces in Trenton, New Jersey. Washington's successful crossing and subsequent victory at the Battle of Trenton boosted the morale of the Continental Army during a challenging winter.

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