The Second Battle of Trenton took place on January 2, 1777 during the American Revolutionary War. After George Washington crossed his troops back across the Delaware River, he decided to hold Trenton against the approaching superior force of Cornwallis. Washington set up defences behind Assunpink Creek outside of Trenton, and fought several successful delaying actions, forcing Cornwallis to arrive late in the evening. The initial assault across the creek, including several bloody charges across the bridge by Hessian Grenadiers, was unsuccessful before nightfall. The American Revolutionary War (1775–1783), also known as the American War of Independence, was a war fought primarily between Great Britain and revolutionaries within thirteen of her North American colonies. ... January 2 is the second day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... 1777 was a common year starting on Wednesday (see link for calendar). ... Motto: Nickname: Founded Incorporated c. ... State nickname: The Garden State Official languages None defined, English de facto Capital Trenton Largest city Newark Governor Richard Codey (D) Acting, Outgoing Jon Corzine (D) (Governor-Elect) Senators Jon Corzine (D) (Outgoing) Bob Menendez (D) (named as Corzines replacement) Frank Lautenberg (D) Area  - Total  - % water Ranked 47th 22... George Washington (February 22, 1732 – December 14, 1799) was the successful Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War (1775–1783), and later became the first President of the United States, an office to which he was elected twice. ... Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis (December 31, 1738-October 5, British general and colonial governor. ... The Battle of Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775 was the first battle of the American Revolutionary War and was described as the shot heard round the world in Emersons Concord Hymn. ... The Siege of Boston (April 19, 1775 - March 17, 1776) was the opening phase of the active American Revolutionary War. ... Combatants Colonial America Great Britain Commanders Israel Putnam William Howe Strength 1,500 2,600 Casualties 450 1,500 Bunker Hill was a battle of the American Revolutionary War that took place on June 17, 1775 during the Siege of Boston. ... The Battle Pass area, also known as Flatbush Pass in the area of Prospect Park and Green-Wood Cemetery. ... The Landing at Kips Bay was a British maneuver during the New York Campaign in the American Revolutionary War. ... The Battle of Harlem Heights was a skirmish in the New York Campaign of the American Revolutionary War. ... The Battle of Pells Point, also known as the Battle of Pelham, was a skirmish during the American Revolutionary War. ... Battle of White Plains Historic Site Battle of White Plains Historic Site : George Washingtons HQ The Battle of White Plains was an inconclusive meeting on October 28, 1776 in the American Revolutionary War. ... Alternate uses: Fort Washington (disambiguation) Fort Washington (New York) was a fortified position near the north end of Manhattan Island and was located at the highest point on the island. ... The Battle of Trenton took place on December 26, 1776 during the American Revolutionary War after Washingtons crossing of the Delaware River. ... The Battle of Princeton was a battle of the American Revolutionary War, fought near Princeton, New Jersey on January 3, 1777. ... January 2 is the second day of the year in the Gregorian calendar. ... 1777 was a common year starting on Wednesday (see link for calendar). ... Combatants American Revolutionaries, France, allies British Empire, allies Commanders George Washington Comte de Rochambeau Nathanael Greene William Howe Henry Clinton Charles Cornwallis Strength {{{strength1}}} {{{strength2}}} Casualties {{{casualties1}}} {{{casualties2}}} The American Revolutionary War (1775–1783), also known as the American War of Independence was the military side of the American Revolution. ... George Washington (February 22, 1732 – December 14, 1799) was the successful Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War (1775–1783), and later became the first President of the United States, an office to which he was elected twice. ... Motto: Nickname: Founded Incorporated c. ... Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis (December 31, 1738-October 5, British general and colonial governor. ... Assunpink Creek is a tributary of the Delaware River in western New Jersey in the United States. ...

Washington and his staff decided to sneak away in the night, marching around the British forces and attacking their rear in Princeton. The Americans left a token force to build fortifications as though they were planning to defend at the creek, and to disguise the sound of their march. British forces perceived the movement, but Cornwallis believed this to be Americans planning a night attack, and thus ordered British troops into defensive positions, allowing Americans to succesfully march their army around Cornwallis and start the Battle of Princeton. The Battle of Princeton was a battle of the American Revolutionary War, fought near Princeton, New Jersey on January 3, 1777. ...