The Crossing

Who were the Hessians?

German Mercenary (hired guns) troops

The most well-trained soldiers in the world

Why does General Washington want to go over the Delaware in the beginning of the The Crossing?

He thought they would die if they did not have the river separating them from the British.

When did Washington and his troops cross the Delaware and attack the Hessians? (day and year)

December 25/Christmas Day 1776

How old were the remaining troops in Washington’s army?

15, 16,17, & 18 years old

What city were the Hessians stationed in and that Washington attacked?

Trenton, New Jersey.

Why was the timing of the crossing important because of soldier enlistments?

The soldiers would soon no longer be enlisted and leave so there will be no army. The men had signed enlistments to serve and enlistments expire January 1^st. Many soldiers reenlist after the Trenton victory.

Did General Washington and his army fight the Hessians in daylight or by cover of darkness? 

Daylight

Who is in charge during the crossing of the Delaware: Colonel Glover or General Washington?

Colonel Glover

What were the Hessians continually trying to do during the surprise attack?

Form Ranks and lead them to a specific area.

How many men did Washington lose during the Battle of Trenton?

None

What did Washington and his army do immediately after the victory?

They marched back to the Delaware river and crossed it. They needed the river back between them and the British or else they would be attacked and destroyed.