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

2. 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.

3. 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 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.

4. 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