Battles Of Trenton And Princeton (Winter Of 1776-1777)

Battles of Trenton And Princeton were marked by the event of General George Washington crossing the icy Delaware River on the night of Christmas and into the morning of December 26th in 1776. Having about 1,400 troops with him, General George Washington led his Continental Army against the British forces stationed at Trenton. General Washington captured more than 900 men and four days later captured Trenton. The Americans are late because of the storm, and they reach Trenton's outskirts just before dawn. The army under Washington is divided into two columns. Major General John Sullivan leads one attack from the west to sever the line of retreat to the south, while Major General Nathanael Greene leads one from the north.

The victory at Trenton gives Washington the confidence to cross Delaware again a week later in an effort to draw British soldiers away from Trenton. By doing this, the Americans take the upper hand and win the Battle of Princeton. Washington demonstrates in these battles his ability to assemble colonial militias into a unified national force. The Continental Army then marches to Morristown to make their winter quarters.

These two victories at the Battles Of Trenton And Princeton played a crucial role in strengthening American troops' morale and securing their quest for freedom. Washington won the loyalty of his soldiers in these fights, showed his brilliance and tenacity as a commander, and reinvigorated the Continental Army.