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EPISODE · Jul 16, 2026 · 6 MIN

The Night Washington Crossed the Delaware

from Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families · host Bedtime History

On a cold winter night in 1776, George Washington led a brave group of soldiers across the icy Delaware River. The soldiers were tired and cold, but they knew this journey was important for their fight for freedom. Washington's plan was to surprise the enemy troops on the other side of the river. Despite the snow and strong winds, they paddled quietly in boats to keep their mission a secret. When they reached the other side, they marched quickly to catch the enemy off guard. This daring adventure helped turn the tide in the fight for American independence.👉 Try your risk-free trial of Greenlight today: ⁠⁠⁠www.greenlight.com/bedtimehistory⁠⁠👉 Upgrade your bedding with Quince for free shipping and 365-day returns: ⁠⁠⁠www.quince.com/bedtimehistory 📖 Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of 1776 and checkout our newest audiobooks on Spotify (Part 1 and Part 2) 🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📢 ⁠⁠Donate via Patreon for a shout-out! 📺⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 500+ YouTube Videos

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