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Battle of Princeton
Washington's second strike in ten days, January 1777
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A week after the surprise at Trenton, Washington slipped around a pursuing British force and struck their rear guard at Princeton on January 3, 1777, personally rallying his men under fire to win the field.
Coming back-to-back, Trenton and Princeton revived a cause that had been collapsing through the winter, restored Patriot morale, and proved Washington could out-maneuver British regulars.
Revolutionary Era
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January 3, 1777
Battle of Princeton
Washington's second strike in ten days, January 1777
Key Facts
| Date | January 3, 1777 |
| Outcome | American victory |
| Significance | With Trenton, revived the Patriot cause |
At a Glance
| Date | January 3, 1777 |
| Location | Princeton, New Jersey |
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