⚔️📍 Delaware River, New Jersey1776
Second Crossing of the Delaware — Washington Strikes Again
Emboldened by his victory at Trenton on December 26, Washington crossed the Delaware again and defeated a British force under Cornwallis at the Second Battle of Trenton and the Battle of Princeton. The series of victories completely reversed American fortunes.
Washington's bold winter offensive turned potential catastrophe into triumph, re-energizing the Continental Army and keeping the Revolution alive through its darkest period.
Outcome
American victories; Revolution survives; New Jersey recovered