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In History / College | 2025-07-03

At which of the following battles did troops commanded by George Washington win a decisive victory over Hessian mercenaries?
A. Trenton
B. Saratoga
C. Ticonderoga

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George Washington won a decisive victory over Hessian mercenaries at the battle of Trenton on December 26, 1776. This victory was significant in boosting the morale of his troops during the American Revolutionary War. The battles of Saratoga and Ticonderoga were important but did not involve Washington against Hessians. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-03

George Washington won a decisive victory over Hessian mercenaries at the battle of Trenton on December 26, 1776, by executing a surprise attack that captured around 900 Hessians. This victory was pivotal in boosting the morale of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. The other battles mentioned, Saratoga and Ticonderoga, did not involve Washington against Hessians.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-04

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