Battle of Trenton

The Battle of Trenton, fought on December 26, 1776, during the American Revolutionary War, was a pivotal surprise attack by the Continental Army led by George Washington. After a series of defeats, Washington's troops crossed the icy Delaware River overnight to attack the weary and poorly defended Hessian mercenaries stationed in Trenton, New Jersey. The successful assault boosted morale, demonstrated the Continental Army’s resilience, and helped turn the tide of the war. It is celebrated as a daring and strategic victory that invigorated the American fight for independence.