26 déc. 1775 - Battle of Trenton

Description:

[1775]

Morale was low
- American defeats in New York and New Jersey
- many soldiers were close to the end of their enlistments

Fought against Hessians
- Hessians were German soldiers hired by the British
- surprise attack on them in the morning!

Result:
- thousands of Hessians captured
- low American casualties
- America won!

Effects:
- morale boosted
- symbol of resilience
- iconic moment in history

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