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While it would be fun to say that is was to get to the other side, the truth is that he wanted to attack Trenton, New Jersey. He crossed it on 24 December and attacked on 25 December 1776 taking the Hessians by surprise. The Hessians surrendered, making the battle at Trenton the first American victory in the Revolutionary War.
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What river did General George Washington cross?
The Delaware.
What famous river did George Washington cross?
the Delaware
Which river did George Washington troops cross to launch a surprise attack at the Battle of Trenton?
On christmas night George Washington crossed the Delaware River.
Which river did George Washington cross on Christmas day in 1776?
The Delaware.
When did George Washington cross the Delaware and capture Trenton?
December 24th 1776
Did George Washington cross the Delaware River on Christmas Eve?
Washington's forces started to cross in the evening of Christmas Day but did not finish crossing until about 3am the following morning December 26th, due to horrendous weather.
Which important revolutionary war figure cross Delaware river to defeat the british troops at the battle of Trenton?
George Washington
Who was the leader Delaware?
George Washington
Did Washington cross the Delaware or Potomac?
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Who did Washington crossed the Delaware with?
George Washington crossed the Delaware river with John Adams which was his vice president at the time .
What year did Washington cross Delaware?
On Christmas Day 1776.
What river does George Washington cross during the Revolutionary war?
George Washington crossed the Delaware River on Christmas night in 1776 as a precursor to the Battle of Trenton, in which the American army sneak attacked and seized victory over the Hessian's.
