When George Washington read the crisis to his troops in December 1776 he was trying to?

On this day in history, December 23, 1776, Thomas Paine’s The American Crisis is read to the Continental Army as it prepares to attack the Hessians at Trenton.

How did the location of the war help Americans?

How did the location of the war help the Americans? They were fighting on their own land, so they knew the area and they were more determined to defend it. Contrast Hessian soldier with the Patriots. Hessians were hired by Britain as mercenaries and they were fighting for the money.

Does the US pay taxes to Great Britain?

A: Not sure they ever paid direct taxes to England. They did pay tax for their local governments, but not much. American colonists were both paid more and taxed less than the British.

Why did George Washington read words from the American crisis to his troops?

Why did George Washington read words from The American Crisis to his troops? They were tired and disheartened (wanted to give up) so Washington wanted to inspire and encourage them to keep fighting for independence.

Who helped America defeat the British?

The main ally for the British during the war was Germany. Britain hired German mercenaries called Hessians to fight for them against the colonists. One of the key generals in the Continental Army was the Frenchman Marquis de Lafayette.

Is the US owned by Britain?

The United States declared its independence from Great Britain in 1776. The American Revolutionary War ended in 1783, with Great Britain recognizing U.S. independence. The two countries established diplomatic relations in 1785.

How many African Americans served in the Revolutionary War Army?

Historians estimate that between 5,000 and 8,000 African-descended people participated in the Revolution on the Patriot side, and that upward of 20,000 served the crown.