That was a much needed victory, as has been mentioned before. After I considered the after battle logistics, I am left with questions. How did the American army deal with their captives, I mean they barely had enough supplies as it was, going into battle letvalonecdealing with 900 captives. But they would have had access to the supplies of the Hessian troops to claim, so they could have taken all of those supplies that they could transport back across the river to use. So their was a gain. What they couldn't take would probably be destroyed to prevent their use by the British/Hessian forces...
All in all, it was a or should have been a magnificent morale boost for the American forces.
So many lessons to learn from our history. Out of many losses and disappointments came an unexpected victory. Perhaps November 5th 2024 is one in our day? Another lesson is never underestimate the American determination, fortitude and courage. A belief in Divine Providence was a major part of their character. They also loved their country. They kept pushing forward motivated by a strong leader. Washington led the way, but he didn’t do it alone. There was hope again after a hard long journey. Thanks, Tara!
Providence provided on Christmas day and the Hessians lay down their arms in surrender to George Washington. God bless the United States of America. Thank you Tara.
Greatest Christmas miracle ever! Against all odds Washington won his victory his army and recruits came together in Valley Forge. If he had failed would we have won the war??? Thanks Tara!
Of course their could not be a Christmas without Jesus Christ our Lord, that is a given, hence "Christmas" miracle I mention is after His birth. But without this victory against all odds there most likely would not have been the Judeo-Christian founded country know as the United States.
I would say that the Continental Army gave them - as Morgan would later - a devil of a whipping! Huzzah! What a wonderful gift that Washington gave his young country. That was a Merry Christmas!
Imagine Washington crossing that river under those conditions and not having a full force with him ! The courage and determination of him to give a young American colony a victory because a defeat would have meant the end of the “ rebellion “ Because of his faith in GOD + Belief in himself we are AMERICANS TODAY ! Thank. GOD for giving us George. Washington to make a country of freedom + Christian belief ! We need that gift again today !
Tara, thanks for sharing. This was wonderful news to read. When I have read about it in the past, it always seemed so dry but you bring this history to life.
Perhaps this stunning victory was a precursor to the U.S. Marine slogan, “Improvise, Adapt, Overcome” because, by golly, Washington’s army sure did ! Great story of not giving up !
“Voltaire has remarked, that king William never appeared to full advantage but in difficulties and in action; the same remark may be made on General Washington, for the character fits him. There is a natural firmness in some minds which cannot be unlocked by trifles, but which, when unlocked, discovers a cabinet of fortitude; and I reckon it among those kind of public blessings, which we do not immediately see, that GOD hath blest him with uninterrupted health, and given him a mind that can even flourish upon care.“
—Thomas Paine: The American Crisis I, Dec. 23, 1776
That was a much needed victory, as has been mentioned before. After I considered the after battle logistics, I am left with questions. How did the American army deal with their captives, I mean they barely had enough supplies as it was, going into battle letvalonecdealing with 900 captives. But they would have had access to the supplies of the Hessian troops to claim, so they could have taken all of those supplies that they could transport back across the river to use. So their was a gain. What they couldn't take would probably be destroyed to prevent their use by the British/Hessian forces...
All in all, it was a or should have been a magnificent morale boost for the American forces.
Thank you, Tara Ross for the lesson.
It was a tremendous boost for the Continental Army’s morale and the young nation!
So many lessons to learn from our history. Out of many losses and disappointments came an unexpected victory. Perhaps November 5th 2024 is one in our day? Another lesson is never underestimate the American determination, fortitude and courage. A belief in Divine Providence was a major part of their character. They also loved their country. They kept pushing forward motivated by a strong leader. Washington led the way, but he didn’t do it alone. There was hope again after a hard long journey. Thanks, Tara!
Providence provided on Christmas day and the Hessians lay down their arms in surrender to George Washington. God bless the United States of America. Thank you Tara.
Greatest Christmas miracle ever! Against all odds Washington won his victory his army and recruits came together in Valley Forge. If he had failed would we have won the war??? Thanks Tara!
At least the greatest gift for a young nation trying to stand on its own!
Sorry but the Greatest Christmas Miracle ever was the birth of Jesus, our Lord and Savior.
Of course their could not be a Christmas without Jesus Christ our Lord, that is a given, hence "Christmas" miracle I mention is after His birth. But without this victory against all odds there most likely would not have been the Judeo-Christian founded country know as the United States.
Thanks For all the stories Tara!
I would say that the Continental Army gave them - as Morgan would later - a devil of a whipping! Huzzah! What a wonderful gift that Washington gave his young country. That was a Merry Christmas!
Rall was mortally wounded; requested and gave a formal surrender before he died.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johann_Rall
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Imagine Washington crossing that river under those conditions and not having a full force with him ! The courage and determination of him to give a young American colony a victory because a defeat would have meant the end of the “ rebellion “ Because of his faith in GOD + Belief in himself we are AMERICANS TODAY ! Thank. GOD for giving us George. Washington to make a country of freedom + Christian belief ! We need that gift again today !
And they did it over 200 years before my birthday. USA! USA!
Tara, thanks for sharing. This was wonderful news to read. When I have read about it in the past, it always seemed so dry but you bring this history to life.
Perhaps this stunning victory was a precursor to the U.S. Marine slogan, “Improvise, Adapt, Overcome” because, by golly, Washington’s army sure did ! Great story of not giving up !
“Voltaire has remarked, that king William never appeared to full advantage but in difficulties and in action; the same remark may be made on General Washington, for the character fits him. There is a natural firmness in some minds which cannot be unlocked by trifles, but which, when unlocked, discovers a cabinet of fortitude; and I reckon it among those kind of public blessings, which we do not immediately see, that GOD hath blest him with uninterrupted health, and given him a mind that can even flourish upon care.“
—Thomas Paine: The American Crisis I, Dec. 23, 1776
A turn of events that made a huge difference. I look forward to seeing this again next year. Nice reminder of American Spirit.
A grand and glorious win for our Patriots and our ensuing Government and Freedom.
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Thank you for sharing, Sean. Merry Christmas to you all!