Battle of Trenton Taylor VanDyke, Sofia Anthony, EmmaKate Blakeslee, Bryant Marroquin, Taylor Harkley.

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Battle of Trenton Taylor VanDyke, Sofia Anthony, EmmaKate Blakeslee, Bryant Marroquin, Taylor Harkley

Major Details Morning of December 25-26, 1776 Occurred in Trenton, New Jersey Hessians were hired by the British to help fight during the Revolution. They crossed the frozen Delaware river over-night.

Major Details (Cont.) The Hessians were intoxicated (drunk) when the Americans attacked Americans – 2 casualties 5 wounded (the casualties were due to frostbite from falling into the river) Hessians - 22 casualties, 83 wounded, and 900-1000 captured. 2,400 American troops with 18 guns. 1,400 Hessians with 6 light guns. The battle was a resounding physical and moral victory for Washington and his American troops.

Causes and Effects Effects Causes George Washington and his troops gained confidence. It inspired a lot of people to join the army and support the cause. It was a critical victory because they have been losing a lot. Causes They lost the Battle of Long Island and Washington was desperate to turn things around