Question

Why did George Washington make the risky move of crossing the Delaware River on Christmas night 1776?

to smuggle ammunition to Patriot soldiers at Trenton, New Jersey

to make a surprise attack on German mercenaries in Trenton, New Jersey

to release Patriots taken prisoner at the Battle of Trenton, New Jersey

to secretly establish a Patriot settlement in Trenton, New Jersey

Answer 1

To make a surprise attack on German mercenaries in Trenton, New Jersey.

Step-by-step explanation:

During the American Revolution, Patriot General George Washington crosses the Delaware River with 5,400 troops, hoping to surprise a Hessian force celebrating Christmas at their winter quarters in Trenton, New Jersey.