Trenton victory boosted morale from "summary" of Washington's Crossing by David Hackett Fischer
The victory at Trenton had a profound impact on the morale of the American forces. Prior to the crossing of the Delaware, the Continental Army was on the brink of collapse. The soldiers were demoralized, their enlistments were soon to expire, and many were deserting. The situation was dire, and the outlook was bleak. However, the successful surprise attack on the Hessian garrison at Trenton changed everything. The victory at Trenton injected a much-needed dose of hope and confidence into the American forces. It showed that the seemingly invincible British army was not unbeatable. The American soldiers, who had been downtrodden and disheartened, now had a renewed sense of purpose and determination. They saw that victory was possible, that they could stand up to the mighty British army and emerge victorious. The news of the victory at Trenton spread like wildfire through the colonies, lifting the spirits of the patriots and bolstering their support for the cause. The success at Trenton was a turning poin...
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