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Trenton


Battle Name : Trenton

Date(s) : 26 December 1776

Part of : American War of Independence ,

Outcome : A victory for American Continental Forces over British allied Hessian troops

Type of battle : Land

Summary

The American forces under Washington crossed the Delaware to attack 3 Hessian regiments billeted in Trenton. They were taken completely by surprise and overwhelmed, most being taken captive. Large quantities of badly-needed supplies were gathered too. American losses were negligible. The action also precipitated Gen. Cornwallis to move the main British force from Princeton to catch Washington.

Location

Trenton, on the banks of the Delaware River, New Jersey, USA (USA)

Casualty figures

British allied Hessian troops

Number engaged :
1,400

Casualties :
1,062 (75.86%)

American Continental Forces

Number engaged :
2,400

Casualties :
6 (0.25%)