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Who led the continental army during these battles Saratoga and Trenton?

At Saratoga - General Horatio Gates. At Trenton - Gen. George Washington.


What was a result of the Battle of Trenton was that?

The Battle of Trenton was a vital victory for the morale of the Continental Army. It showed the troops that they could fight and win a battle against European armies. The American troops gained faith in the commander, General George Washington, when many doubted that he could lead the Continental Army.


What did Washington's win over the Hessians at Trenton the day after Christmas accomplish?

It was a significant victory of largely untrained soldiers under General Washington's command over highly trained German troops that were working for the British. It gave new energy and encouragement to the Americans, showing that they could win battles, and potentially the war. When General Howe went back to New York after defeating Washington, he left a large British force at Trenton, New Jersey, to watch Washington's army. (False)


Who was the leader of the continental army who led his men to victory at Trenton and Princeton?

George Washington won the Battles of Trenton and Princeton.


What happened at the Battle of Trenton?

The Battle of Trenton took place on December 26, 1776, during the American Revolutionary War after General George Washington's crossing of the Delaware River north of Trenton, New Jersey. The hazardous crossing in adverse weather allowed Washington to lead the main body of the Continental Army against Hessian soldiers garrisoned at Trenton. After a brief struggle, nearly the entire Hessian force was captured, with negligible losses to the Americans. The battle boosted the Continental Army's flagging morale, and inspired re-enlistments.

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