THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION 1775 1783
AMERICAN REVOLUTION SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC IMPACT
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It hurt morale and caused a drop in recruiting.
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It persuaded France to start supplying the United States.
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It boosted spirits and helped recruit more soldiers.
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It ended any hope of making Canada part of the United States.
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Detailed explanation-1: -After crossing the Delaware River in a treacherous storm, General George Washington’s army defeated a garrison of Hessian mercenaries at Trenton. The victory set the stage for another success at Princeton a week later and boosted the morale of the American troops.
Detailed explanation-2: -It also increased re-enlistments in the Continental Army forces. By defeating a European army, the colonials reduced the fear that the Hessians had caused earlier that year after the fighting in New York. Howe was stunned that the Patriots so easily surprised and overwhelmed the Hessian garrison.
Detailed explanation-3: -American victories at Trenton and Princeton were important because they ruined British plans for a quick end to the war and gave the Americans confidence they could stand up to British regulars in battle. It also encouraged people to enlist in the Continental Army.
Detailed explanation-4: -Washington’s aim was to conduct a surprise attack upon a Hessian garrison of roughly 1, 400 soldiers located in and around Trenton, New Jersey. Washington hoped that a quick victory at Trenton would bolster sagging morale in his army and encourage more men to join the ranks of the Continentals come the new year.