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29 June, 16:41

Why did George Washington make the risky move of crossing the Delaware River on Christmas night 1776?

to smuggle ammunition to Patriot soldiers at Trenton, New Jersey

to make a surprise attack on German mercenaries in Trenton, New Jersey

to release Patriots taken prisoner at the Battle of Trenton, New Jersey

to secretly establish a Patriot settlement in Trenton, New Jersey

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  1. 29 June, 17:00
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    To make a surprise attack on German mercenaries in Trenton, New Jersey.

    Explanation:

    During the American Revolution, Patriot General George Washington crosses the Delaware River with 5,400 troops, hoping to surprise a Hessian force celebrating Christmas at their winter quarters in Trenton, New Jersey.
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