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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.
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Why did Washington crossed the Delaware river?
George Washington crossed the Delaware River during December 25â??26, 1776. He did this as a surprise attack against the Hessian forces in Trenton, New Jersey.
How did George Washington's dad die?
From attack in 1743, at the age of 49. George Washington had to be raised by his older brother, Lawrence.
Why did George Washington attack Trenton New Jersey and what was the result of the attack?
The result of George Washington attacking Trenton,New Jersey was it led to war between Britian and the Colonist!!
Why did George Washington think the British were going to attack Long Island?
George Washington thought the British were going to attack Long Island because this was the easiest port for the troops to reach. When the Battle of Long Island did take place Washington and his troops were defeated.
Why was Lydia darragh important?
Lydia Darragh told George Washington's group about an attack that the British were planning.
Did George Washington do a surprise attack in Trenton on Christmas day?
He dropped his pants and did the wiggle
What part of the plan made George Washington attack on the German mercenaries at Trenton a surprise?
It was on Christmas night.
A surprise attack on Christmas night won this battle for Washington and the colonist?
The surprise attack on Christmas night 1776 was the first major victory by the colonial army headed y George Washington. The group of troops from Trenton , NJ surprised the Hessian forces who were groggy after the Christmas celebrations.
Who led the surprise attack at the battle of Trenton?
George Washington
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.
Why did George Washington make the risky move of crossing the Delaware river 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
What battle a surprise attack on Christmas day?
During the American Revolution, George Washington crossed the Deleware River on Christmas. The actual battle, known as the Battle of Trenton, occured on December 26, the day after Christmas.
Why did George Washington defeat the Hessians?
George Washington was able to defeat the Hessians during the Battle of Trenton in 1776 due to a combination of surprise, strategic planning, and the element of weather. Washington launched a surprise attack on the Hessian garrison while they were celebrating Christmas, catching them off guard. The bad weather also worked in Washington's favor, making it difficult for the Hessians to mount a proper defense.
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
Who did washington surprise at attack when he crossed the delaware river?
on christmas night, 1776
Where did George Washington attack on Christmas Eve 1776?
Trenton , New Jersey
Where did George Washington's famous Christmas Day attack take place at?
trenton
