Trenton & Princeton-Two Battles That Changed The World
The American rebellion against the British government was still very young, the Declaration of Independence had been signed but six months prior and the revolution was in trouble. Much had occurred that had led to this point, now it was up to one man, and his ragtag army, to bring things back on track. George Washington believed in freedom, he believed in the prospects of the American Revolution, and he was willing to sacrifice everything for it. It was through the strength of his character, and his unknown and previously underplayed military mind that brought about the resuscitation of Independence. This all occurred in less than two weeks, with two crucial victories over the British. By surprising the Hessians at Trenton, and then outmaneuvering the British and attacking Princeton, Lieutenant General George Washington proved that he could win battles, and the British could in fact be defeated. This kept the recruits coming for the Continental Army, fueled the Revolutionary spirit,......
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