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Why was it important for the continental army to cross the Delaware the night before attacking Trenton?
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What happened after Washington crossed the Delaware?
He marched on Trenton and attacked the Hessian garrison of about 1500 men. It was a victory but more of a boost to the Continental Army's morale. Because half of his troops hadn't even made it across the Delaware he was unable to proceed to Princeton and was forced to withdraw back across the Delaware with his 896 prisoners.
What problems did the Continental Army have in the battle of Trenton?
cannibalism
Who won the battle of Trenton and Princeton?
George Washington and his Continental Army.
Who led the continental army during these battles Saratoga and Trenton?
At Saratoga - General Horatio Gates. At Trenton - Gen. George Washington.
Why the victories at Trenton and Princeton so important to Continental Army?
because the patriots wanted freedom from Britain and that those battles could of made America a free country
What was the Battle when the continental army crossed the Delaware and surprised the Hessians?
Washington crossed the Delaware River on Christmas Day in 1776. They defeated the Hessians in an encounter known as the Battle of Trenton.
Why was the crossing of the Delaware river an important victory for Washington and the Americans?
I'm not really sure, I think it was Trenton
Which important Revolutionary War figure crossed the Delaware River to defeat the British troops at the Battle of Trenton?
George Washington
Which important revolutionary war figure cross Delaware river to defeat the british troops at the battle of Trenton?
George Washington
Why did Washington cross Delaware to surprise the enemy at Trenton?
To keep Trenton guessing in the next battle.
What has the author Louise Peacock written?
Louise Peacock has written: 'Crossing The Delaware' -- subject(s): Juvenile literature, Trenton, Battle of, Trenton, N.J., 1776 'Crossing the Delaware' -- subject(s): Juvenile literature, Trenton, Battle of, Trenton, N.J., 1776
What battle begun with Washington and crossing of the Delaware?
trenton
Battle begun with Washington and crossing of the Delaware?
trenton
Where did Washington defeat the Hessians?
Delaware river
Where did the Americans win an important victory at Christmastime 1776?
Washington crossed the Delaware River and made a surprise attack on Trenton, NJ.
After crossing the Delaware on Christmas night 1776 Washington and his troops were victorious in which two battles?
Trenton and Princeton.
How far up the Delaware river can a small boat go from the Delaware bay?
Trenton, NJ.
