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What was the name of the river where Washington led his troops across on Christmas eve in a surprise attack to the british?
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∙ 12y ago
It sounds like you're referring to the subject of that famous painting of Washington crossing the Delaware. If so, it's the Delaware River, the border between New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
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How was George Washington successful at Trenton?
It is sometimes noted that the Hessians were celebrating Christmas and were caught off guard. That some were drunk is generally discounted, but many were less than prepared for the Continentals' attack. Washington definitely had the element of surprise: crossing the Delaware in the middle of winter could not have been seen as highly probable by the British.
How did George Washington do with the battle at Trenton NJ?
at the battle of Trenton George Washington waited until Christmas night, then when the British were drunk, went across the Delaware river and ambushed the British
When does Washington D.C. celebrate Christmas?
As is standard across the entire USA, December 25 is Christmas Day in Washington DC.
Washington's surprise attack across the Delaware in December 1776 resulted in what victory?
On December 26, 1776, Washington's troops were victorious in the Battle of Trenton, primarily against the Hessians, German mercenaries fighting for the British.
Who was the black soldier who helped row general George Washington across the Delaware river on Christmas night in 1776?
George Washington led his troups across the Delaware river in 1776 the british surrendered cuz they were all drunk and coudnt fight
What was the river called that Washington led his troops across on Christmas Eve?
Delaware river
Who did Washington defeat on Christmas night when he led his men across the chilly Delaware River?
Hessians.
Which river did Washington lead his troops across on Christmas night in surprise attack on the British?
The Battle of Trenton (New Jersey) was fought on December 26, 1776, when Washington's troops crossed the icy Delaware River in a snowstorm to attack the Hessian garrison. As many as 1000 of the German troops were captured, and their commander, Johann Rall, was mortally wounded.
What battle did the Americans surprise the Hessians?
There might be more than one. When General Washington tried to get across the river from New Jersey to New York, he was warned that it would take longer than he wanted. Meanwhile Ethan Allen and his Green Mountain Boys got tired of waiting and attacked the British. Unfortunately for Ethan Allen, the British knew they were coming and were prepared. Ethan Allen and company beat a hasty retreat. The British celebrated (Christmas time). They got drunk and tired. And then General Washington's troops showed up. It was an easy victory. So what did they call that battle -- the American's or the British?
How did George Washington led his men across the Delaware river on Christmas night?
General Washington's troops crossed the Delaware River in boats and barges.
Where is Washington going in the famous painting Washington Crossing the Delaware Why?
In the famous painting "Washington Crossing the Delaware," Washington is depicted standing in a rowboat that is making its way across the Delaware River. The painting depicts the historical event of General George Washington and his troops crossing the river on Christmas night in 1776 in order to launch a surprise attack on the Hessian soldiers in Trenton, New Jersey during the American Revolutionary War. Washington's destination is the opposite bank of the river where the Hessian soldiers are located.
Was a famous general and first U.S. president. He led 2400 men across the Delaware River on Christmas Day 1776.?
Washington
