Washington Crosses the Delaware | The Crossing That Revived a Revolution

On a freezing night in December 1776, George Washington led Continental Army troops across the icy Delaware River during one of the darkest moments of the American Revolution. Battling brutal weather, exhaustion, and uncertainty, Washington launched a surprise attack at Trenton that revived morale and renewed hope for the revolutionary cause. In this episode of Road to 250, relive the daring crossing that helped keep America’s fight for independence alive. Visit TheRoadto250.com for more American stories, events, podcasts, apparel, gifts, and ways to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.