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The beginning of the battle of Trenton
The Battle of Trenton was a small but pivotal American Revolutionary War battle that took place on the morning of December 26, 1776, in Trenton, New Jersey. -
How it began
On the morning of the battle of Trenton the Continental army started its charge on the city. They had to march through the thick snow with Washington leading them to battle. -
During the battle
Before they began to battle Washington had said an inspiring quote, and since it was heavy, thick snow, there attack was a surprise for the Trenton soldiers. -
Second battle
In the second battle of Trenton 150 British and Hessian soldiers were killed, but the Continental Army didn't have many losses. Washington knew that his men would win because he put a good group of soldiers together. -
Victory!
Washington had led his army into victory at the battle of Trenton. When he had his other battle his men felt good about being able to win, and they did. They won the Battle of Trenton and Princeton!