“The possession of Trenton was extremely desirable.”

From “1776” by David McCullough (pgs 261 and 262):

British and Hessian forces got under way from Brunswick on December 7 and came on faster than ever, William Howe having decided that, “The possession of Trenton was extremely desirable.”

December 26 – 30, Trenton celebrates its key role in the country’s fight for independence. For more information, check out Patriots Week.

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