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Why was the battle of Trenton important to the American revolutionary cause?

A. It convinced the French kind to support the Americans
B. It proved that Americans could fight in the European style
C. It improved patriot morale due to American victory
D. It was the last major battle of the American revolution

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D

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The surprise victory at Trenton was important to the American cause for several reasons: ... The victory sharply increased morale. New enlistments were stimulated and many of the current soldiers reenlisted. This turn of events enabled Washington to execute another daring move — the attack on Princeton on January 3.

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